The Discourse en Copyright Film Stories THE DISCOURSE is a film & entertainment podcast breaking down what the world of popular culture is discussing in the moment, hosted by author A. J. Black and author/lecturer Dr. Carl Sweeney. A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.uk https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/6c8a840c-0f91-11ef-ad8a-a7c640257df8/image/99e725f10b5684feaecdf3300699bbff.jpg?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress The Discourse no episodic Two middle aged men befuddled by modern popular culture. Film Stories THE DISCOURSE is a film & entertainment podcast breaking down what the world of popular culture is discussing in the moment, hosted by author A. J. Black and author/lecturer Dr. Carl Sweeney. A proud part of the Film Stories Podcast Network: www.filmstories.co.uk THE DISCOURSE is a film & entertainment podcast breaking down what the world of popular culture is discussing in the moment, hosted by author A. J. Black and author/lecturer Dr. Carl Sweeney.

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]]> Film Stories ajblackwriting@gmail.com Older Discourse: Mr Beast's Sad Life, Godzilla Minus One's Absence & DreaFans Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2024 for a bonus tier, Carl and Tony revisit YouTube sensation Mr Beast, whose life feels a searing indictment on the world he inhabits. Plus! Godzilla Minus One seemed to be unavailable so they discuss the ephermeral nature of cinema currently. And finally, Drea di Matteo has joined OnlyFans. Around celebrating, they discuss this platform and how it might be a democratising thing... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 161 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2024 for a bonus tier, Carl and Tony revisit YouTube sensation Mr Beast, whose life feels a searing indictment on the world he inhabits. Plus! Godzilla Minus One seemed to be unavailable so they discuss the ephermeral nature of cinema currently. And finally, Drea di Matteo has joined OnlyFans. Around celebrating, they discuss this platform and how it might be a democratising thing... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2024 for a bonus tier, Carl and Tony revisit YouTube sensation Mr Beast, whose life feels a searing indictment on the world he inhabits.

Plus! Godzilla Minus One seemed to be unavailable so they discuss the ephermeral nature of cinema currently.

And finally, Drea di Matteo has joined OnlyFans. Around celebrating, they discuss this platform and how it might be a democratising thing...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

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Follow Tony & Carl:

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]]> 1959 no Older Discourse: The Dull Men's Club, Gen Z Irritation, Dadcasting & Political Swiftcourse Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2024 for a bonus tier, Tony invites Carl to the seemingly insulting 'Dull Men's Club' as they discuss the growing phenomenon of dull men. Plus! Gen Z are getting Tony's back up, but why? And are they much different from our pair of Millenials? Also! They tackle the growing trend of 'Dadcasting', which they surely must fall into. And finally, in what is now some outdated political commentary, they can't help tackling some Swiftcourse... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 10 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 160 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2024 for a bonus tier, Tony invites Carl to the seemingly insulting 'Dull Men's Club' as they discuss the growing phenomenon of dull men. Plus! Gen Z are getting Tony's back up, but why? And are they much different from our pair of Millenials? Also! They tackle the growing trend of 'Dadcasting', which they surely must fall into. And finally, in what is now some outdated political commentary, they can't help tackling some Swiftcourse... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2024 for a bonus tier, Tony invites Carl to the seemingly insulting 'Dull Men's Club' as they discuss the growing phenomenon of dull men.

Plus! Gen Z are getting Tony's back up, but why? And are they much different from our pair of Millenials?

Also! They tackle the growing trend of 'Dadcasting', which they surely must fall into.

And finally, in what is now some outdated political commentary, they can't help tackling some Swiftcourse...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 3317 no Older Discourse: We're All a Bit Alan Partridge, Films We See in School & The Importance of Fun Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the suggestion all middle-aged men end up a bit like Steve Coogan's comedy character Alan Partridge. Are they? Plus! They discuss films they watched while at school and how important it is to find time for fun in their lives... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 24 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 159 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the suggestion all middle-aged men end up a bit like Steve Coogan's comedy character Alan Partridge. Are they? Plus! They discuss films they watched while at school and how important it is to find time for fun in their lives... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the suggestion all middle-aged men end up a bit like Steve Coogan's comedy character Alan Partridge. Are they?

Plus! They discuss films they watched while at school and how important it is to find time for fun in their lives...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2544 no Valentine's Discourse: Sex Scenes in Movies, Age Gaps & Memorable Movie Weddings Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this hot stuff of an episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the growing prurience around sex scenes in movies, coming (oo er) from unlikely sources. Plus! Leonardo DiCaprio and his age gaps are at work again so they wonder about whether these remain as key in cinema as they once did. And finally, Carl has been thinking about memorable movie weddings, so they unpick a bunch of romantic movie days... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 14 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 158 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this hot stuff of an episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the growing prurience around sex scenes in movies, coming (oo er) from unlikely sources. Plus! Leonardo DiCaprio and his age gaps are at work again so they wonder about whether these remain as key in cinema as they once did. And finally, Carl has been thinking about memorable movie weddings, so they unpick a bunch of romantic movie days... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this hot stuff of an episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the growing prurience around sex scenes in movies, coming (oo er) from unlikely sources.

Plus! Leonardo DiCaprio and his age gaps are at work again so they wonder about whether these remain as key in cinema as they once did.

And finally, Carl has been thinking about memorable movie weddings, so they unpick a bunch of romantic movie days...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2060 no Older Discourse: Men and Ancient Rome, the YouTuber Rich List & Naked Attraction Causes a Stir Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the recent trend of men constantly obsessing about Ancient Rome, which leads to a taxing quiz. Plus! Both guys for some reason decided to watch each content maker on a YouTube rich list, with enlightening but depressing results. And finally, that saucy TV strumpet Naked Attraction has caused a right stir in the U.S., so they wonder what's up with getting all flustered about some T&A... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 157 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the recent trend of men constantly obsessing about Ancient Rome, which leads to a taxing quiz. Plus! Both guys for some reason decided to watch each content maker on a YouTube rich list, with enlightening but depressing results. And finally, that saucy TV strumpet Naked Attraction has caused a right stir in the U.S., so they wonder what's up with getting all flustered about some T&A... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl discuss the recent trend of men constantly obsessing about Ancient Rome, which leads to a taxing quiz.

Plus! Both guys for some reason decided to watch each content maker on a YouTube rich list, with enlightening but depressing results.

And finally, that saucy TV strumpet Naked Attraction has caused a right stir in the U.S., so they wonder what's up with getting all flustered about some T&A...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2853 no Older Discourse: Chat GPT Writes the Discourse! & the Joy of Ads and Trailers Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl see what happens when they let Chat GPT write the show, and wonder whether surrendering to the algorithm is worth doing after all. Plus! Tony wrote a piece about the joy of arriving at the cinema to enjoy ads and trailers and works to defend this cinematic experience... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000 full 156 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl see what happens when they let Chat GPT write the show, and wonder whether surrendering to the algorithm is worth doing after all. Plus! Tony wrote a piece about the joy of arriving at the cinema to enjoy ads and trailers and works to defend this cinematic experience... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl see what happens when they let Chat GPT write the show, and wonder whether surrendering to the algorithm is worth doing after all.

Plus! Tony wrote a piece about the joy of arriving at the cinema to enjoy ads and trailers and works to defend this cinematic experience...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 1988 no Older Discourse: Star Wars and the Hero's Journey (Pt 2) Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for an older podcast called Motion Pictures, Tony and Carl in the second of a two-part episode discuss the hero's journey as it relates to Star Wars and The Rise of Skywalker... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 155 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for an older podcast called Motion Pictures, Tony and Carl in the second of a two-part episode discuss the hero's journey as it relates to Star Wars and The Rise of Skywalker... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for an older podcast called Motion Pictures, Tony and Carl in the second of a two-part episode discuss the hero's journey as it relates to Star Wars and The Rise of Skywalker...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

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Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2177 no Older Discourse: Star Wars and the Hero's Journey (Pt 1) Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for an older podcast called Motion Pictures, Tony and Carl in the first of a two-part episode discuss the hero's journey as it relates to Star Wars and The Rise of Skywalker... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 26 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 154 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for an older podcast called Motion Pictures, Tony and Carl in the first of a two-part episode discuss the hero's journey as it relates to Star Wars and The Rise of Skywalker... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for an older podcast called Motion Pictures, Tony and Carl in the first of a two-part episode discuss the hero's journey as it relates to Star Wars and The Rise of Skywalker...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

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Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2599 no Older Discourse: Sound of Freedom & Friendless Men Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including the controversial right wing picture Sound of Freedom, plus how men engage with friends which turns into some unlikely therapy for one of the duo... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 153 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including the controversial right wing picture Sound of Freedom, plus how men engage with friends which turns into some unlikely therapy for one of the duo... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including the controversial right wing picture Sound of Freedom, plus how men engage with friends which turns into some unlikely therapy for one of the duo...

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Carl Sweeney

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]]> 1929 no Older Discourse: Sex Experiments, Seeing the Boss & A Trip to the Library Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including watching Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, seeing Bruce Springsteen live and why your local library remains so important... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 152 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including watching Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, seeing Bruce Springsteen live and why your local library remains so important... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Get NordVPN 2Y plan + 4 months extra here ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fspn It’s risk-free with Nord’s 30-day money-back guarantee! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including watching Open House: The Great Sex Experiment, seeing Bruce Springsteen live and why your local library remains so important...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

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]]> 2155 no Older Discourse: Spielberg's E.T(weaks), The Death of Physical Media & Taika Waititi's Casablanca Problem Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including why Steven Spielberg is editing E.T., the decline of physical media and enjoying what you own, Taika Waititi's Casablanca issues and more... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 151 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including why Steven Spielberg is editing E.T., the decline of physical media and enjoying what you own, Taika Waititi's Casablanca issues and more... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including why Steven Spielberg is editing E.T., the decline of physical media and enjoying what you own, Taika Waititi's Casablanca issues and more...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

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]]> 2723 no Older Discourse: Grizzled Americans, Poor Theatrical Behaviour, The Art of Influencing & Bond Corner: Casino Royale @ 70 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including Harrison Ford, Yellowstone, influencers and James Bond... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 10 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 150 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including Harrison Ford, Yellowstone, influencers and James Bond... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including Harrison Ford, Yellowstone, influencers and James Bond...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

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]]> 2990 no Older Discourse: Choice Fatigue, The Art of the Mediocre Movie & Some Shameless Promotion Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including choice fatigue for TV and movies, the art of the mediocre movie and much more... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 149 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including choice fatigue for TV and movies, the art of the mediocre movie and much more... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2023 for a bonus tier, Tony and Carl talk numerous topics including choice fatigue for TV and movies, the art of the mediocre movie and much more...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

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Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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]]> 2729 no Older Discourse: Joker and Anti-Hero Ethics Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, Tony and Carl discuss the ethics of the anti-hero in cinema, with a specific focus on Todd Phillips' controversial Joker... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 14 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 148 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, Tony and Carl discuss the ethics of the anti-hero in cinema, with a specific focus on Todd Phillips' controversial Joker... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, originally recorded in 2019 for their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, Tony and Carl discuss the ethics of the anti-hero in cinema, with a specific focus on Todd Phillips' controversial Joker...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

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]]> 3969 no Fake Critic Quotes, Oasis Obsessions & Demure, Mindful or Brat? Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl are posed a question by friend of show, Raquel Stecher, regarding strange fake quotes from long dead, legendary film critics for Francis Ford Coppola's upcoming Megalopolis. What the dickens is happening here? Plus! Everyone is going nuts about the reunion of Oasis, but are we? Ticket madness, musical nostalgia and perhaps just plain middle-aged reverie is to blame, but is there more to it? Finally, did we have a brat summer? And are we very mindful, very demure? Listen and find out! Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Sep 2024 06:22:00 -0000 full 147 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl are posed a question by friend of show, Raquel Stecher, regarding strange fake quotes from long dead, legendary film critics for Francis Ford Coppola's upcoming Megalopolis. What the dickens is happening here? Plus! Everyone is going nuts about the reunion of Oasis, but are we? Ticket madness, musical nostalgia and perhaps just plain middle-aged reverie is to blame, but is there more to it? Finally, did we have a brat summer? And are we very mindful, very demure? Listen and find out! Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Tony and Carl are posed a question by friend of show, Raquel Stecher, regarding strange fake quotes from long dead, legendary film critics for Francis Ford Coppola's upcoming Megalopolis. What the dickens is happening here?

Plus! Everyone is going nuts about the reunion of Oasis, but are we? Ticket madness, musical nostalgia and perhaps just plain middle-aged reverie is to blame, but is there more to it?

Finally, did we have a brat summer? And are we very mindful, very demure? Listen and find out!

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

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Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2949 no Editing Out the Problematic People, Why Tony Left X & the Art of Raw Dogging Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl explore why disgraced BBC newsreader Huw Edwards is being erased from TV shows and movies, and discuss the wider trend of editing problematic people out of order content. Plus! Tony has finally abandoned the horror show that is X, which warrants some explanation. Should we all being doing it? Or is he holier than thou? Finally, raw dogging might sound a naughty pursuit, but it concerns a trend on flights that is ever growing and rather bizarre. We explore it and wonder if we could survive... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sat, 07 Sep 2024 07:57:00 -0000 full 146 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl explore why disgraced BBC newsreader Huw Edwards is being erased from TV shows and movies, and discuss the wider trend of editing problematic people out of order content. Plus! Tony has finally abandoned the horror show that is X, which warrants some explanation. Should we all being doing it? Or is he holier than thou? Finally, raw dogging might sound a naughty pursuit, but it concerns a trend on flights that is ever growing and rather bizarre. We explore it and wonder if we could survive... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Tony and Carl explore why disgraced BBC newsreader Huw Edwards is being erased from TV shows and movies, and discuss the wider trend of editing problematic people out of order content.

Plus! Tony has finally abandoned the horror show that is X, which warrants some explanation. Should we all being doing it? Or is he holier than thou?

Finally, raw dogging might sound a naughty pursuit, but it concerns a trend on flights that is ever growing and rather bizarre. We explore it and wonder if we could survive...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

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Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2964 no Strictly Scandal, Bond Corner: Extending 007 & Men and Fiction Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the air of scandal surrounding the BBC's flagship entertainment series Strictly Come Dancing - can it weather the storm? Plus! In a Bond Corner segment, they chat a recent announcement that gadgetmaster Q is getting his own detective novel and wonder whether an expanded 007 universe is going too far. Finally, following an article suggesting men do not read fiction, they wonder about the link between men, reading for pleasure, storytelling and toxic masculinity... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 31 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 145 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the air of scandal surrounding the BBC's flagship entertainment series Strictly Come Dancing - can it weather the storm? Plus! In a Bond Corner segment, they chat a recent announcement that gadgetmaster Q is getting his own detective novel and wonder whether an expanded 007 universe is going too far. Finally, following an article suggesting men do not read fiction, they wonder about the link between men, reading for pleasure, storytelling and toxic masculinity... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the air of scandal surrounding the BBC's flagship entertainment series Strictly Come Dancing - can it weather the storm?

Plus! In a Bond Corner segment, they chat a recent announcement that gadgetmaster Q is getting his own detective novel and wonder whether an expanded 007 universe is going too far.

Finally, following an article suggesting men do not read fiction, they wonder about the link between men, reading for pleasure, storytelling and toxic masculinity...

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on social media:

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Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com

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]]> 2808 no Costner's Horizon, Mocking Madame Web & 21st Century Cinema (So Far) Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about Kevin Costner's Horizon: Chapter One, his Western saga, quite why it failed at the box office, and whether it represents 'real' cinema. Plus! Emma Roberts is not happy we (well, not just us) are mocking films like Madame Web, claiming internet culture is one big pile on. Does she have a point? Or should we be extracting the Michael out of some films? Finally, after a Sight & Sound piece on 21st century cinema so far, we discuss the list and ponder quite what the prevailing winds of modern cinema are... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 144 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about Kevin Costner's Horizon: Chapter One, his Western saga, quite why it failed at the box office, and whether it represents 'real' cinema. Plus! Emma Roberts is not happy we (well, not just us) are mocking films like Madame Web, claiming internet culture is one big pile on. Does she have a point? Or should we be extracting the Michael out of some films? Finally, after a Sight & Sound piece on 21st century cinema so far, we discuss the list and ponder quite what the prevailing winds of modern cinema are... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about Kevin Costner's Horizon: Chapter One, his Western saga, quite why it failed at the box office, and whether it represents 'real' cinema.

Plus! Emma Roberts is not happy we (well, not just us) are mocking films like Madame Web, claiming internet culture is one big pile on. Does she have a point? Or should we be extracting the Michael out of some films?

Finally, after a Sight & Sound piece on 21st century cinema so far, we discuss the list and ponder quite what the prevailing winds of modern cinema are...

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on social media:

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Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

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]]> 2753 no New Hollywood RIP's, Sexiest Movies of the 21st Century, Old Man Opinions & the Biden Problem Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the sad recent passings of New Hollywood legends Donald Sutherland, Robert Towne and Shelley Duvall, wondering if they are now seeing the beginning of the end for that era. Plus! They get into bed with a piece discussing the 21st century's Sexiest Movies to date and quell some serious thirst. Following a voice note from listener Violet, they chat about a recent Richard Dreyfus right-wing tirade and wonder why older actors seem to be growing more opinionated. Plus! Is Joe Biden really past it? Should he be put out to pasture? They weigh in... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 143 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the sad recent passings of New Hollywood legends Donald Sutherland, Robert Towne and Shelley Duvall, wondering if they are now seeing the beginning of the end for that era. Plus! They get into bed with a piece discussing the 21st century's Sexiest Movies to date and quell some serious thirst. Following a voice note from listener Violet, they chat about a recent Richard Dreyfus right-wing tirade and wonder why older actors seem to be growing more opinionated. Plus! Is Joe Biden really past it? Should he be put out to pasture? They weigh in... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the sad recent passings of New Hollywood legends Donald Sutherland, Robert Towne and Shelley Duvall, wondering if they are now seeing the beginning of the end for that era.

Plus! They get into bed with a piece discussing the 21st century's Sexiest Movies to date and quell some serious thirst.

Following a voice note from listener Violet, they chat about a recent Richard Dreyfus right-wing tirade and wonder why older actors seem to be growing more opinionated.

Plus! Is Joe Biden really past it? Should he be put out to pasture? They weigh in...

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2900 no General Election 2024: Things Can Only Get Better? Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl laser focus on the recent UK General Election, analysing Labour's expected trouncing victory, what it means for the country, how the election was covered and exactly where this thirst for Keir Starmer is suddenly coming from. Plus! Is it coming home? We ponder... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 14 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0000 full 142 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl laser focus on the recent UK General Election, analysing Labour's expected trouncing victory, what it means for the country, how the election was covered and exactly where this thirst for Keir Starmer is suddenly coming from. Plus! Is it coming home? We ponder... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Tony and Carl laser focus on the recent UK General Election, analysing Labour's expected trouncing victory, what it means for the country, how the election was covered and exactly where this thirst for Keir Starmer is suddenly coming from.

Plus! Is it coming home? We ponder...

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

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Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

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Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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Twitter: @filmstories

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Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2577 no Prequels at the Box Office, Unpalatable Punditry & Re-Loaded Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony ponder the state of the cinematic box office in relation to prequels, especially after the failure of Furiosa: A Mad Max Story. Does it factor into wider trends about where the cinema experience is going wrong? Plus! With the BBC deciding to hire controversial tennis star Nick Kyrgios as a pundit, they wonder whether being an unpalatable figure is a blessing or a curse for broadcasters these days. And finally, 90s-era lads mag Loaded is being reborn for a new, middle-aged man audience. Do Carl and Tony fit the demographic? And if so, will they buy a copy? New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 19 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 141 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony ponder the state of the cinematic box office in relation to prequels, especially after the failure of Furiosa: A Mad Max Story. Does it factor into wider trends about where the cinema experience is going wrong? Plus! With the BBC deciding to hire controversial tennis star Nick Kyrgios as a pundit, they wonder whether being an unpalatable figure is a blessing or a curse for broadcasters these days. And finally, 90s-era lads mag Loaded is being reborn for a new, middle-aged man audience. Do Carl and Tony fit the demographic? And if so, will they buy a copy? New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Carl and Tony ponder the state of the cinematic box office in relation to prequels, especially after the failure of Furiosa: A Mad Max Story. Does it factor into wider trends about where the cinema experience is going wrong?

Plus! With the BBC deciding to hire controversial tennis star Nick Kyrgios as a pundit, they wonder whether being an unpalatable figure is a blessing or a curse for broadcasters these days.

And finally, 90s-era lads mag Loaded is being reborn for a new, middle-aged man audience. Do Carl and Tony fit the demographic? And if so, will they buy a copy?

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

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Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

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]]> 2839 no General Election 2024: Debates, Polls & TikTok + Euro 2024 Predictions Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony dig into the ongoing build up to the 2024 U.K. General Election, discussing some of the debates so far, what the polls are saying, how TikTok is influencing the discourse and, crucially... who do they think is taking home the keys to 10 Downing Street? Plus! Football discourse! The European Championships are here so they predict how England might do, what the coverage might look like, and Tony manages to alienate three quarters of the U.K... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 140 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony dig into the ongoing build up to the 2024 U.K. General Election, discussing some of the debates so far, what the polls are saying, how TikTok is influencing the discourse and, crucially... who do they think is taking home the keys to 10 Downing Street? Plus! Football discourse! The European Championships are here so they predict how England might do, what the coverage might look like, and Tony manages to alienate three quarters of the U.K... New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Carl and Tony dig into the ongoing build up to the 2024 U.K. General Election, discussing some of the debates so far, what the polls are saying, how TikTok is influencing the discourse and, crucially... who do they think is taking home the keys to 10 Downing Street?

Plus! Football discourse! The European Championships are here so they predict how England might do, what the coverage might look like, and Tony manages to alienate three quarters of the U.K...

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com

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]]> 2691 no Straight White Doctor Who Angst, Smoking on TV and Film & What Do Cinema Audiences Want? Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss a recent piece suggesting Doctor Who is so diverse it has never been for 'straight white men'. As two straight white men, they question the true inclusivity of this statement. Plus! Why does nobody smoke anymore on TV and film? They ponder why this paean to progressive health might be doing a disservice to art. And finally, as both The Fall Guy and now Furiosa tank at cinemas, they wonder exactly what movie audiences want these days, and how changing attitudes to movie watching might be influencing that... -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 May 2024 07:33:00 -0000 full 139 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss a recent piece suggesting Doctor Who is so diverse it has never been for 'straight white men'. As two straight white men, they question the true inclusivity of this statement. Plus! Why does nobody smoke anymore on TV and film? They ponder why this paean to progressive health might be doing a disservice to art. And finally, as both The Fall Guy and now Furiosa tank at cinemas, they wonder exactly what movie audiences want these days, and how changing attitudes to movie watching might be influencing that... -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss a recent piece suggesting Doctor Who is so diverse it has never been for 'straight white men'. As two straight white men, they question the true inclusivity of this statement.

Plus! Why does nobody smoke anymore on TV and film? They ponder why this paean to progressive health might be doing a disservice to art.

And finally, as both The Fall Guy and now Furiosa tank at cinemas, they wonder exactly what movie audiences want these days, and how changing attitudes to movie watching might be influencing that...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:

www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 2982 no General Election Prep, Baby Reindeer Fallout & Tone Deaf Apple Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl react to news Britain is getting a General Election (finally!) in July, discussing how the media might react. Plus! Netflix's Baby Reindeer took the country by storm but the real world fallout is ethically questionable at best. We unpack the reasons. And finally, we wonder what Apple are smoking with a recent tone deaf ad. Are they at last leaning into the reality that they are the very monolith they began taking on? -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 138 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl react to news Britain is getting a General Election (finally!) in July, discussing how the media might react. Plus! Netflix's Baby Reindeer took the country by storm but the real world fallout is ethically questionable at best. We unpack the reasons. And finally, we wonder what Apple are smoking with a recent tone deaf ad. Are they at last leaning into the reality that they are the very monolith they began taking on? -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Tony Black Co-Host Carl Sweeney Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Tony and Carl react to news Britain is getting a General Election (finally!) in July, discussing how the media might react.

Plus! Netflix's Baby Reindeer took the country by storm but the real world fallout is ethically questionable at best. We unpack the reasons.

And finally, we wonder what Apple are smoking with a recent tone deaf ad. Are they at last leaning into the reality that they are the very monolith they began taking on?

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:

www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 2874 no How Young for a Smartphone? Emeritus Actors & The Unstreamables Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony tackle the thorny issue of children and media access - kids accessing smartphones is on the rise, but is it a good or bad thing? Plus! Older actors should be celebrated, according to a recent piece, so we think about the aged Hollywood and British legends still going, and ponder what might have been for some had they carried on. And finally, there are some TV shows from recent decades, including Chris Carter's Millennium, that have never hit streaming services. Why? And is this likely ever to change? -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 16 May 2024 05:00:00 -0000 full 137 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony tackle the thorny issue of children and media access - kids accessing smartphones is on the rise, but is it a good or bad thing? Plus! Older actors should be celebrated, according to a recent piece, so we think about the aged Hollywood and British legends still going, and ponder what might have been for some had they carried on. And finally, there are some TV shows from recent decades, including Chris Carter's Millennium, that have never hit streaming services. Why? And is this likely ever to change? -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Carl and Tony tackle the thorny issue of children and media access - kids accessing smartphones is on the rise, but is it a good or bad thing?

Plus! Older actors should be celebrated, according to a recent piece, so we think about the aged Hollywood and British legends still going, and ponder what might have been for some had they carried on.

And finally, there are some TV shows from recent decades, including Chris Carter's Millennium, that have never hit streaming services. Why? And is this likely ever to change?

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:

www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast

New episodes of The Discourse drop Mondays and Wednesdays...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on social media:

https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:

Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter

Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew

Twitter: @filmstories

Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories

Website: www.filmstories.co.uk

Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

]]> 2441 no Soaps Losing the Plot, What a Time to Be Alive & We Live in Awful Times Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss soaps via the lens of Coronation Street - where did they come from? When were they at their best? And have they lost the plot? Plus! Carl loves his YouGov polls and this one asks what previous decade we were happiest in. They discuss the nostalgic era they would choose, and whether the present day has more to like than we think. And finally, are we living in awful times thanks to doom scrolling and an array of terrible events? One writer thinks so, and we debate whether he might be onto something... -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 14 May 2024 07:00:00 -0000 full 136 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss soaps via the lens of Coronation Street - where did they come from? When were they at their best? And have they lost the plot? Plus! Carl loves his YouGov polls and this one asks what previous decade we were happiest in. They discuss the nostalgic era they would choose, and whether the present day has more to like than we think. And finally, are we living in awful times thanks to doom scrolling and an array of terrible events? One writer thinks so, and we debate whether he might be onto something... -- Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday... Host / Editor Carl Sweeney Co-Host Tony Black Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast Follow Tony & Carl: Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter Support the Film Stories podcast network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/simonbrew Twitter: @filmstories Facebook/Instagram/Threads: Film Stories Website: www.filmstories.co.uk Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.

In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss soaps via the lens of Coronation Street - where did they come from? When were they at their best? And have they lost the plot?

Plus! Carl loves his YouGov polls and this one asks what previous decade we were happiest in. They discuss the nostalgic era they would choose, and whether the present day has more to like than we think.

And finally, are we living in awful times thanks to doom scrolling and an array of terrible events? One writer thinks so, and we debate whether he might be onto something...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:

www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

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]]> 3107 no Physical Media Lives, Terrible Movies By Great Directors & Sapphic Cinema https://www.spreaker.com/episode/physical-media-lives-terrible-movies-by-great-directors-sapphic-cinema--59325356 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl use Carrie Coon mentioning her husband's 10,000 strong bluray collection to discuss the ongoing rise of physical media once more, and inadvertantly kickstart a new section.Plus! Rolling Stone just released an article - 50 Terrible Movies by Great Directors - so we ask: are these directors all great? And are these movies all terrible?And finally, they both try and remain non-creepy as they talk lesbians, more specifically how 'sapphic cinema' is becoming much more fun...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Apr 2024 05:00:03 -0000 full 135 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl use Carrie Coon mentioning her husband's 10,000 strong bluray collection to discuss the ongoing rise of physical media once more, and... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl use Carrie Coon mentioning her husband's 10,000 strong bluray collection to discuss the ongoing rise of physical media once more, and inadvertantly kickstart a new section.Plus! Rolling Stone just released an article - 50 Terrible Movies by Great Directors - so we ask: are these directors all great? And are these movies all terrible?And finally, they both try and remain non-creepy as they talk lesbians, more specifically how 'sapphic cinema' is becoming much more fun...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl use Carrie Coon mentioning her husband's 10,000 strong bluray collection to discuss the ongoing rise of physical media once more, and inadvertantly kickstart a new section.

Plus! Rolling Stone just released an article - 50 Terrible Movies by Great Directors - so we ask: are these directors all great? And are these movies all terrible?

And finally, they both try and remain non-creepy as they talk lesbians, more specifically how 'sapphic cinema' is becoming much more fun...

--

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Host / Editor
Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

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]]> 2984 no Too Cynical for Star Trek, The BBFC Society Snapshot & The Surprising Sun Newspaper https://www.spreaker.com/episode/too-cynical-for-star-trek-the-bbfc-society-snapshot-the-surprising-sun-newspaper--59319444 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl talk Star Trek, and specifically how modern writers of the show are tackling societal change in comparison to older series. Have they gone too far?Plus! Every 5 years, the BBFC do a survey about what audiences are okay with in modern movies, and it suggests a snapshot of where Britain is as a culture. What does it reveal?And finally, Carl explains to a surprised Tony just how much The Sun newspaper in the UK has changed over time into a much more liberal proposition than it always seemed. Will Tony now need to buy one?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Apr 2024 05:00:02 -0000 full 134 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl talk Star Trek, and specifically how modern writers of the show are tackling societal change in comparison to older series. Have they... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl talk Star Trek, and specifically how modern writers of the show are tackling societal change in comparison to older series. Have they gone too far?Plus! Every 5 years, the BBFC do a survey about what audiences are okay with in modern movies, and it suggests a snapshot of where Britain is as a culture. What does it reveal?And finally, Carl explains to a surprised Tony just how much The Sun newspaper in the UK has changed over time into a much more liberal proposition than it always seemed. Will Tony now need to buy one?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl talk Star Trek, and specifically how modern writers of the show are tackling societal change in comparison to older series. Have they gone too far?

Plus! Every 5 years, the BBFC do a survey about what audiences are okay with in modern movies, and it suggests a snapshot of where Britain is as a culture. What does it reveal?

And finally, Carl explains to a surprised Tony just how much The Sun newspaper in the UK has changed over time into a much more liberal proposition than it always seemed. Will Tony now need to buy one?

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 3063 no Old Telly Wins Streaming, The Death of Prestige TV & KateGate https://www.spreaker.com/episode/old-telly-wins-streaming-the-death-of-prestige-tv-kategate--59146738 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony try and figure out why old TV shows, some going back decades, are doing way better than new content on streaming.Plus! Following a piece about the 'death' of prestige TV, they look at the fascinating subject of modern television and how the landscape has changed.And finally, with an important disclaimer by Carl included, they discuss the Kate Middleton photoshop controversy and what it means for how we process media these days.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 27 Mar 2024 06:00:07 -0000 full 133 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony try and figure out why old TV shows, some going back decades, are doing way better than new content on streaming. Plus! Following a... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony try and figure out why old TV shows, some going back decades, are doing way better than new content on streaming.Plus! Following a piece about the 'death' of prestige TV, they look at the fascinating subject of modern television and how the landscape has changed.And finally, with an important disclaimer by Carl included, they discuss the Kate Middleton photoshop controversy and what it means for how we process media these days.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony try and figure out why old TV shows, some going back decades, are doing way better than new content on streaming.

Plus! Following a piece about the 'death' of prestige TV, they look at the fascinating subject of modern television and how the landscape has changed.

And finally, with an important disclaimer by Carl included, they discuss the Kate Middleton photoshop controversy and what it means for how we process media these days.

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

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https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2461 no The Phantom Reappreciation, No One Can Tell You What The Matrix Is & Oscars 2024 Roundup https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-phantom-reappreciation-no-one-can-tell-you-what-the-matrix-is-oscars-2024-roundup--59146682 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony tackle a piece reappreciating The Phantom Menace and wonder about tackling less beloved films with distance and how they might be reexamined.Plus! With teenagers no longer having seen The Matrix or even The Dark Knight, they discuss how films age and how the perception of them as iconic or memorable does.And finally, a couple of weeks late, but they look at 2024's Oscars, decide whether the awards given were fair, and consider highlights from the ceremony.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 Mar 2024 06:00:02 -0000 full 132 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony tackle a piece reappreciating The Phantom Menace and wonder about tackling less beloved films with distance and how they might be... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony tackle a piece reappreciating The Phantom Menace and wonder about tackling less beloved films with distance and how they might be reexamined.Plus! With teenagers no longer having seen The Matrix or even The Dark Knight, they discuss how films age and how the perception of them as iconic or memorable does.And finally, a couple of weeks late, but they look at 2024's Oscars, decide whether the awards given were fair, and consider highlights from the ceremony.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony tackle a piece reappreciating The Phantom Menace and wonder about tackling less beloved films with distance and how they might be reexamined.

Plus! With teenagers no longer having seen The Matrix or even The Dark Knight, they discuss how films age and how the perception of them as iconic or memorable does.

And finally, a couple of weeks late, but they look at 2024's Oscars, decide whether the awards given were fair, and consider highlights from the ceremony.

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com

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]]> 2793 no Gen Z's Sexy Books, The 'Enshittification' of Amazon & Zaslav Strikes Again! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gen-z-s-sexy-books-the-enshittification-of-amazon-zaslav-strikes-again--58808261 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss how Gen Z seem to have turned books 'sexy', but why are they so obsessed with reading and is it performative or genuine?Plus! Amazon are being bastards with this new ad tier and an increasingly poor user experience, so they discuss the so-called 'enshittification' of the overall streaming world.And finally, speaking of bastards, David Zaslav is at it again, this time destroying a film entirely in Coyote vs Acme, but what does it suggest about the future of film production?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Feb 2024 06:00:02 -0000 full 131 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss how Gen Z seem to have turned books 'sexy', but why are they so obsessed with reading and is it performative or genuine? Plus!... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss how Gen Z seem to have turned books 'sexy', but why are they so obsessed with reading and is it performative or genuine?Plus! Amazon are being bastards with this new ad tier and an increasingly poor user experience, so they discuss the so-called 'enshittification' of the overall streaming world.And finally, speaking of bastards, David Zaslav is at it again, this time destroying a film entirely in Coyote vs Acme, but what does it suggest about the future of film production?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss how Gen Z seem to have turned books 'sexy', but why are they so obsessed with reading and is it performative or genuine?

Plus! Amazon are being bastards with this new ad tier and an increasingly poor user experience, so they discuss the so-called 'enshittification' of the overall streaming world.

And finally, speaking of bastards, David Zaslav is at it again, this time destroying a film entirely in Coyote vs Acme, but what does it suggest about the future of film production?

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271
www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcast

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2669 no BAFTAs 2024, Immersive Cinema & What's the Best Time to Watch a Movie? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/baftas-2024-immersive-cinema-what-s-the-best-time-to-watch-a-movie--58806233 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl tackle the recent BAFTA Awards 2024, discussing the winners and some of the viral episodes around it - Barry Keoghan's 'prosthetics' and the random Oppenheimer winner on stage.Plus! Martin Scorsese has been railing a bit against so-called 'immersive cinema', 3D, 4DX and so on, so they ask whether these gimmicks really do add anything and their own experiences with them.And finally, after Greta Gerwig posits 10am and 4pm as the best times to watch a movie, they wonder just when the optimum time is and why...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Feb 2024 06:00:02 -0000 full 130 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl tackle the recent BAFTA Awards 2024, discussing the winners and some of the viral episodes around it - Barry Keoghan's 'prosthetics' and... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl tackle the recent BAFTA Awards 2024, discussing the winners and some of the viral episodes around it - Barry Keoghan's 'prosthetics' and the random Oppenheimer winner on stage.Plus! Martin Scorsese has been railing a bit against so-called 'immersive cinema', 3D, 4DX and so on, so they ask whether these gimmicks really do add anything and their own experiences with them.And finally, after Greta Gerwig posits 10am and 4pm as the best times to watch a movie, they wonder just when the optimum time is and why...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl tackle the recent BAFTA Awards 2024, discussing the winners and some of the viral episodes around it - Barry Keoghan's 'prosthetics' and the random Oppenheimer winner on stage.

Plus! Martin Scorsese has been railing a bit against so-called 'immersive cinema', 3D, 4DX and so on, so they ask whether these gimmicks really do add anything and their own experiences with them.

And finally, after Greta Gerwig posits 10am and 4pm as the best times to watch a movie, they wonder just when the optimum time is and why...

--

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]]> 2772 no White Cinema, Copyright Kryptonite & (American) History's Iconic TV Moments https://www.spreaker.com/episode/white-cinema-copyright-kryptonite-american-history-s-iconic-tv-moments--58634793 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss a fascinating recent article by Ellen E. Jones calling for 'white cinema' to become a recognised term, citing filmmakers like Wes Anderson and Sofia Coppola. They examine the argument.Plus! With copyright on major comic-book figures like Superman & Batman set to expire in the not too distant future, they consider a 2030s where we might have a franchise landscape filled with superhero Never Say Never Again's.And finally, following a recent list of 75 of the most iconic TV moments in history, they question why the list had to be so expressly American, and what else you could throw into that canon...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 14 Feb 2024 06:00:03 -0000 full 129 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss a fascinating recent article by Ellen E. Jones calling for 'white cinema' to become a recognised term, citing filmmakers like Wes... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss a fascinating recent article by Ellen E. Jones calling for 'white cinema' to become a recognised term, citing filmmakers like Wes Anderson and Sofia Coppola. They examine the argument.Plus! With copyright on major comic-book figures like Superman & Batman set to expire in the not too distant future, they consider a 2030s where we might have a franchise landscape filled with superhero Never Say Never Again's.And finally, following a recent list of 75 of the most iconic TV moments in history, they question why the list had to be so expressly American, and what else you could throw into that canon...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss a fascinating recent article by Ellen E. Jones calling for 'white cinema' to become a recognised term, citing filmmakers like Wes Anderson and Sofia Coppola. They examine the argument.

Plus! With copyright on major comic-book figures like Superman & Batman set to expire in the not too distant future, they consider a 2030s where we might have a franchise landscape filled with superhero Never Say Never Again's.

And finally, following a recent list of 75 of the most iconic TV moments in history, they question why the list had to be so expressly American, and what else you could throw into that canon...

--

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Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
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]]> 2522 no Oscar Nominations 2024, Cinema of 2023 & How Many Films A Year Do You Watch? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-nominations-2024-cinema-of-2023-how-many-films-a-year-do-you-watch--58634656 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the major Oscar nominations of 2024, unpicking who should win, who might win, and if there's anything to the Barbie controversy.Plus! Thanks to a guest note from listener Sam Stokes, they pontificate over the cinema of 2023 and quite where the movie landscape is right now.And finally, after film writer Jamie Graham revealed he watched almost 1000 films last year, they question how many they watch and how many is too many...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:00:02 -0000 full 128 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the major Oscar nominations of 2024, unpicking who should win, who might win, and if there's anything to the Barbie controversy.... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the major Oscar nominations of 2024, unpicking who should win, who might win, and if there's anything to the Barbie controversy.Plus! Thanks to a guest note from listener Sam Stokes, they pontificate over the cinema of 2023 and quite where the movie landscape is right now.And finally, after film writer Jamie Graham revealed he watched almost 1000 films last year, they question how many they watch and how many is too many...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the major Oscar nominations of 2024, unpicking who should win, who might win, and if there's anything to the Barbie controversy.

Plus! Thanks to a guest note from listener Sam Stokes, they pontificate over the cinema of 2023 and quite where the movie landscape is right now.

And finally, after film writer Jamie Graham revealed he watched almost 1000 films last year, they question how many they watch and how many is too many...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

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]]> 2689 no 007's Trigger Warnings & Kate Hudson's Male Romcom Stars Plea https://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-s-trigger-warnings-kate-hudson-s-male-romcom-stars-plea--58299082 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl get into their first Bond Corner of 2024, here discussing the BFI's decision to put trigger warnings in front of old Bond movies. Woke tosh? Progressive historical engagement? Or somewhere in the middle? Your favourite centrist Dad's ponder...Plus! Kate Hudson wants more men to star in romcoms and we heartily agree, leading us to discuss why the romcom trend has faltered, why it should return, and whether Carl is any relation to recent romcom rising star Sydney Sweeney...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 17 Jan 2024 06:00:02 -0000 full 127 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl get into their first Bond Corner of 2024, here discussing the BFI's decision to put trigger warnings in front of old Bond movies. Woke... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl get into their first Bond Corner of 2024, here discussing the BFI's decision to put trigger warnings in front of old Bond movies. Woke tosh? Progressive historical engagement? Or somewhere in the middle? Your favourite centrist Dad's ponder...Plus! Kate Hudson wants more men to star in romcoms and we heartily agree, leading us to discuss why the romcom trend has faltered, why it should return, and whether Carl is any relation to recent romcom rising star Sydney Sweeney...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl get into their first Bond Corner of 2024, here discussing the BFI's decision to put trigger warnings in front of old Bond movies. Woke tosh? Progressive historical engagement? Or somewhere in the middle? Your favourite centrist Dad's ponder...

Plus! Kate Hudson wants more men to star in romcoms and we heartily agree, leading us to discuss why the romcom trend has faltered, why it should return, and whether Carl is any relation to recent romcom rising star Sydney Sweeney...

--

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Tony Black

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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
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]]> 1982 no Post Office Drama, Bring Back Weird British TV & Talking (Carl into) The Traitors https://www.spreaker.com/episode/post-office-drama-bring-back-weird-british-tv-talking-carl-into-the-traitors--58290481 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the biggest news story of the year - the British post office scandal, and the ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office that exposed it. What is the power of television to change our politics?Plus! Is British TV weird and unique enough anymore? We get into some modern and older examples as we come to a decision.And finally, with The Traitors back and again taking TV by storm, Tony attempts to talk Carl into watching this very expensive version of Wink Murder. Will Claudia Winkleman being severe in leather trousers be enough?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 Jan 2024 06:00:02 -0000 full 126 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the biggest news story of the year - the British post office scandal, and the ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office that... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the biggest news story of the year - the British post office scandal, and the ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office that exposed it. What is the power of television to change our politics?Plus! Is British TV weird and unique enough anymore? We get into some modern and older examples as we come to a decision.And finally, with The Traitors back and again taking TV by storm, Tony attempts to talk Carl into watching this very expensive version of Wink Murder. Will Claudia Winkleman being severe in leather trousers be enough?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the biggest news story of the year - the British post office scandal, and the ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office that exposed it. What is the power of television to change our politics?

Plus! Is British TV weird and unique enough anymore? We get into some modern and older examples as we come to a decision.

And finally, with The Traitors back and again taking TV by storm, Tony attempts to talk Carl into watching this very expensive version of Wink Murder. Will Claudia Winkleman being severe in leather trousers be enough?

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Follow us on social media:
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

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Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2902 no The End of The Crown (Pt 2), Polling Trends of TV Watchers & In Defence of 'Filler' https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-end-of-the-crown-pt-2-polling-trends-of-tv-watchers-in-defence-of-filler--58234547 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony wrap up their analysis of the final season of The Crown - did it stick the landing?Plus! Carl is back with some polls, this time of the voting intentions of British TV watchers and podcast listeners, and there are some surprises.And finally, after a social media discussion about 'filler' episodes of TV shows, they wonder whether we've lost something from a golden age of television...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 Jan 2024 06:00:03 -0000 full 125 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony wrap up their analysis of the final season of The Crown - did it stick the landing? Plus! Carl is back with some polls, this time of the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony wrap up their analysis of the final season of The Crown - did it stick the landing?Plus! Carl is back with some polls, this time of the voting intentions of British TV watchers and podcast listeners, and there are some surprises.And finally, after a social media discussion about 'filler' episodes of TV shows, they wonder whether we've lost something from a golden age of television...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony wrap up their analysis of the final season of The Crown - did it stick the landing?

Plus! Carl is back with some polls, this time of the voting intentions of British TV watchers and podcast listeners, and there are some surprises.

And finally, after a social media discussion about 'filler' episodes of TV shows, they wonder whether we've lost something from a golden age of television...

--

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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
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]]> 3215 no Preview Discourse: Movies, TV & more in 2024... https://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-discourse-movies-tv-more-in-2024--58225886 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In our first episode of 2024, Carl and Tony preview 2024 in film, TV and broader popular culture, discussing what they're looking forward to.Plus! They take a glance back at 2023, at some of the popular culture they enjoyed, and some of the stranger things that happened...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 08 Jan 2024 06:00:03 -0000 full 124 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In our first episode of 2024, Carl and Tony preview 2024 in film, TV and broader popular culture, discussing what they're looking forward to. Plus! They take a glance... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In our first episode of 2024, Carl and Tony preview 2024 in film, TV and broader popular culture, discussing what they're looking forward to.Plus! They take a glance back at 2023, at some of the popular culture they enjoyed, and some of the stranger things that happened...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In our first episode of 2024, Carl and Tony preview 2024 in film, TV and broader popular culture, discussing what they're looking forward to.

Plus! They take a glance back at 2023, at some of the popular culture they enjoyed, and some of the stranger things that happened...

--

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]]> 2650 no Discourse+ Sneak Peek: Men and Ancient Rome https://www.spreaker.com/episode/discourse-sneak-peek-men-and-ancient-rome--57961657 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces another sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony discuss the recent revelation that modern men constantly think about Ancient Rome, so Carl tests Tony on his Roman knowledge...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Dec 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 123 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces another sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony discuss the recent revelation that... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces another sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony discuss the recent revelation that modern men constantly think about Ancient Rome, so Carl tests Tony on his Roman knowledge...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces another sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony discuss the recent revelation that modern men constantly think about Ancient Rome, so Carl tests Tony on his Roman knowledge...

--

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

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Carl Sweeney

Co-Host / Editor
Tony Black

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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
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]]> 1441 no Discourse+ Sneak Peek: Chat GPT Writes The Discourse! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/discourse-sneak-peek-chat-gpt-writes-the-discourse--57959349 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces a sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony allow Chat GPT to write a script for the show, and ponder just how this new artificial intelligence could change everything...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Dec 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 122 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces a sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony allow Chat GPT to write a script for the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces a sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony allow Chat GPT to write a script for the show, and ponder just how this new artificial intelligence could change everything...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, with Tony absent, Carl introduces a sneak peak at a recent Discourse+ bonus episode, in which Carl and Tony allow Chat GPT to write a script for the show, and ponder just how this new artificial intelligence could change everything...

--

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Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

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]]> 1480 no Ridley Scott on Tour, Unearthing Doctor Who & X Marks the Rot https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ridley-scott-on-tour-unearthing-doctor-who-x-marks-the-rot--57756431 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the joy of Sir Ridley Scott on his Napoleon press tour, challenging accusations of historical inaccuracy - is he right?Plus! As collectors reveal they are anxious about returning long lost Doctor Who episodes to the BBC for fear of prosecution, they chat the phenomena of lost British television.And finally, as Elon Musk continues to veer further into far right nonsense, and major corporations back off X, they chat the continued spiral of Twitter and whether the time has come to cut the cord...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 121 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the joy of Sir Ridley Scott on his Napoleon press tour, challenging accusations of historical inaccuracy - is he right? Plus! As... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the joy of Sir Ridley Scott on his Napoleon press tour, challenging accusations of historical inaccuracy - is he right?Plus! As collectors reveal they are anxious about returning long lost Doctor Who episodes to the BBC for fear of prosecution, they chat the phenomena of lost British television.And finally, as Elon Musk continues to veer further into far right nonsense, and major corporations back off X, they chat the continued spiral of Twitter and whether the time has come to cut the cord...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the joy of Sir Ridley Scott on his Napoleon press tour, challenging accusations of historical inaccuracy - is he right?

Plus! As collectors reveal they are anxious about returning long lost Doctor Who episodes to the BBC for fear of prosecution, they chat the phenomena of lost British television.

And finally, as Elon Musk continues to veer further into far right nonsense, and major corporations back off X, they chat the continued spiral of Twitter and whether the time has come to cut the cord...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

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Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

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]]> 2819 no The End of The Crown (Pt 1) & I'm a Populist, Get Me Out of Here! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-end-of-the-crown-pt-1-i-m-a-populist-get-me-out-of-here--57756351 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony celebrate the return of The Crown for its sixth and final season, digging deep into the first four episodes, where it still is good TV, and whether Diana's 'ghost' is a bridge too far!Plus! As populist politician and agitator Nigel Farage enters the jungle, they discuss whether I'm a Celebrity platforming controversial people is the right thing to do...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 120 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony celebrate the return of The Crown for its sixth and final season, digging deep into the first four episodes, where it still is good TV,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony celebrate the return of The Crown for its sixth and final season, digging deep into the first four episodes, where it still is good TV, and whether Diana's 'ghost' is a bridge too far!Plus! As populist politician and agitator Nigel Farage enters the jungle, they discuss whether I'm a Celebrity platforming controversial people is the right thing to do...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony celebrate the return of The Crown for its sixth and final season, digging deep into the first four episodes, where it still is good TV, and whether Diana's 'ghost' is a bridge too far!

Plus! As populist politician and agitator Nigel Farage enters the jungle, they discuss whether I'm a Celebrity platforming controversial people is the right thing to do...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

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Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2962 no 007: The Gameshow, TV Trailblazers & Naughty Bloys https://www.spreaker.com/episode/007-the-gameshow-tv-trailblazers-naughty-bloys--57696561 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, in Bond Corner, Tony & Carl discuss Amazon Prime's new James Bond gameshow, 007: Road to a Million, and just how bloody strange it all is!Plus! Following a recent article about TV trailblazers in history (see below for a link), they discuss their personal favourites and what they signify.And finally, what on earth was HBO boss Casey Bloys thinking using Twitter to spam TV critics who voiced negative opinions? They get into the implications of it all...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.comTV Trailblazers link:https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/nov/03/i-only-realised-it-was-the-first-lesbian-kiss-after-it-aired-the-trailblazers-who-changed-tv-for-ever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Nov 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 119 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, in Bond Corner, Tony & Carl discuss Amazon Prime's new James Bond gameshow, 007: Road to a Million, and just how bloody strange it all is! Plus!... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, in Bond Corner, Tony & Carl discuss Amazon Prime's new James Bond gameshow, 007: Road to a Million, and just how bloody strange it all is!Plus! Following a recent article about TV trailblazers in history (see below for a link), they discuss their personal favourites and what they signify.And finally, what on earth was HBO boss Casey Bloys thinking using Twitter to spam TV critics who voiced negative opinions? They get into the implications of it all...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.comTV Trailblazers link:https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/nov/03/i-only-realised-it-was-the-first-lesbian-kiss-after-it-aired-the-trailblazers-who-changed-tv-for-ever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, in Bond Corner, Tony & Carl discuss Amazon Prime's new James Bond gameshow, 007: Road to a Million, and just how bloody strange it all is!

Plus! Following a recent article about TV trailblazers in history (see below for a link), they discuss their personal favourites and what they signify.

And finally, what on earth was HBO boss Casey Bloys thinking using Twitter to spam TV critics who voiced negative opinions? They get into the implications of it all...

--

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Carl Sweeney

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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
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]]> 2352 no Actors Strike Ends, A Not So Marvel(lous) Box Office & Fincher's The Killer https://www.spreaker.com/episode/actors-strike-ends-a-not-so-marvel-lous-box-office-fincher-s-the-killer--57689471 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike after months of turmoil, considering the fate of the entertainment industry beyond.Plus! They tackle the box office failure of The Marvels, what it means for Marvel Studios, superhero fatigue, and wider cinematic trends.And finally, they zoom in on David Fincher's recent film The Killer, giving their thoughts, and considering Fincher's career in relation to Netflix and beyond...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 118 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike after months of turmoil, considering the fate of the entertainment industry beyond. Plus! They... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike after months of turmoil, considering the fate of the entertainment industry beyond.Plus! They tackle the box office failure of The Marvels, what it means for Marvel Studios, superhero fatigue, and wider cinematic trends.And finally, they zoom in on David Fincher's recent film The Killer, giving their thoughts, and considering Fincher's career in relation to Netflix and beyond...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271www.patreon.com/thediscoursepodcastNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike after months of turmoil, considering the fate of the entertainment industry beyond.

Plus! They tackle the box office failure of The Marvels, what it means for Marvel Studios, superhero fatigue, and wider cinematic trends.

And finally, they zoom in on David Fincher's recent film The Killer, giving their thoughts, and considering Fincher's career in relation to Netflix and beyond...

--

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Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

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Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

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]]> 3404 no 100 Greatest Film Books, It's Hammer (Films) Time & Bad Modern Movie Cliches https://www.spreaker.com/episode/100-greatest-film-books-it-s-hammer-films-time-bad-modern-movie-cliches--57511332 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony pick their three favourites from a recent Rolling Stone ranking of the 100 Greatest Film Books of all time.Plus! They discuss the recent revival of Hammer and Amicus horror film studios, and what impact this might have on the British film industry.And finally, they look at a Guardian list of the worst modern movie cliches in cinema, and pick out their favourites...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 08 Nov 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 117 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony pick their three favourites from a recent Rolling Stone ranking of the 100 Greatest Film Books of all time. Plus! They discuss the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony pick their three favourites from a recent Rolling Stone ranking of the 100 Greatest Film Books of all time.Plus! They discuss the recent revival of Hammer and Amicus horror film studios, and what impact this might have on the British film industry.And finally, they look at a Guardian list of the worst modern movie cliches in cinema, and pick out their favourites...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony pick their three favourites from a recent Rolling Stone ranking of the 100 Greatest Film Books of all time.

Plus! They discuss the recent revival of Hammer and Amicus horror film studios, and what impact this might have on the British film industry.

And finally, they look at a Guardian list of the worst modern movie cliches in cinema, and pick out their favourites...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

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Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

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Follow Tony & Carl:
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2618 no FrasIer Has Returned to the Building, Mini-Series Movies & Matthew Perry RIP https://www.spreaker.com/episode/frasier-has-returned-to-the-building-mini-series-movies-matthew-perry-rip--57511001 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony hear the blues a'callin as they discuss the new reboot of Frasier, and whether it lives up to the classic original.Plus! They get into the strange new studio tactic of releasing movies as mini-series, such as Blackberry and Australia. What's motivating this?And finally, they mourn the sad loss of Friends actor Matthew Perry, discussing his career, life and what he meant to their youth...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Nov 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 116 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony hear the blues a'callin as they discuss the new reboot of Frasier, and whether it lives up to the classic original. Plus! They get... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony hear the blues a'callin as they discuss the new reboot of Frasier, and whether it lives up to the classic original.Plus! They get into the strange new studio tactic of releasing movies as mini-series, such as Blackberry and Australia. What's motivating this?And finally, they mourn the sad loss of Friends actor Matthew Perry, discussing his career, life and what he meant to their youth...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony hear the blues a'callin as they discuss the new reboot of Frasier, and whether it lives up to the classic original.

Plus! They get into the strange new studio tactic of releasing movies as mini-series, such as Blackberry and Australia. What's motivating this?

And finally, they mourn the sad loss of Friends actor Matthew Perry, discussing his career, life and what he meant to their youth...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2688 no 10 Favourite Horror Movies (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-favourite-horror-movies-pt-2--57423590 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this Halloween flavoured episode, the second of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them.Films on the mortuary slab in this episode include The Blair Witch Project, The Innocents, The Shining and many more...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 115 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this Halloween flavoured episode, the second of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them. Films on the mortuary... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this Halloween flavoured episode, the second of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them.Films on the mortuary slab in this episode include The Blair Witch Project, The Innocents, The Shining and many more...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Halloween flavoured episode, the second of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them.

Films on the mortuary slab in this episode include The Blair Witch Project, The Innocents, The Shining and many more...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:
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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90s

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2729 no 10 Favourite Horror Movies (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-favourite-horror-movies-pt-1--57414645 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this Halloween flavoured episode, the first of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them.Films on the mortuary slab in this episode include Halloween, Psycho, Get Out and many more...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Oct 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 114 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this Halloween flavoured episode, the first of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them. Films on the mortuary... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this Halloween flavoured episode, the first of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them.Films on the mortuary slab in this episode include Halloween, Psycho, Get Out and many more...--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Halloween flavoured episode, the first of a two-parter, Tony & Carl pick out 10 of their favourite horror movies and dissect them.

Films on the mortuary slab in this episode include Halloween, Psycho, Get Out and many more...

--

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse
https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcast

Listen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:
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]]> 2602 no Cinematic Discourse: Killers of the Flower Moon Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-killers-of-the-flower-moon-special--57372993 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question many of the moral and political questions it presents.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 25 Oct 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 113 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon, recently released in cinemas. They examine the film in spoilery and... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question many of the moral and political questions it presents.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/the-movie-palace-podcastListen to Tony's AT THE MOVIES IN THE 90s podcast:https://wemadethispodcasts.com/podcast/at-the-movies-in-the-90sWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Martin Scorsese's Killers of the Flower Moon, recently released in cinemas.

They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question many of the moral and political questions it presents.

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Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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]]> 3874 no Golda and Jewish Representation, Films for the Kids & the State of Star Wars https://www.spreaker.com/episode/golda-and-jewish-representation-films-for-the-kids-the-state-of-star-wars--57239306 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro.Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley Cooper be playing Jewish people and what does that say for representation, especially in the current febrile climate?Plus! Following a ScreenCrush article about the best films to introduce to children, they wonder about the picks and choose their own.And with Ahsoka on people's lips, they discuss the state of Star Wars and whether it is reflective of the small scale ambition of major franchises right now...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 18 Oct 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 112 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro. Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro.Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley Cooper be playing Jewish people and what does that say for representation, especially in the current febrile climate?Plus! Following a ScreenCrush article about the best films to introduce to children, they wonder about the picks and choose their own.And with Ahsoka on people's lips, they discuss the state of Star Wars and whether it is reflective of the small scale ambition of major franchises right now...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro.

Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley Cooper be playing Jewish people and what does that say for representation, especially in the current febrile climate?

Plus! Following a ScreenCrush article about the best films to introduce to children, they wonder about the picks and choose their own.

And with Ahsoka on people's lips, they discuss the state of Star Wars and whether it is reflective of the small scale ambition of major franchises right now...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host / Editor
Tony Black

Follow us on social media:
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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2650 no Reckoning with Savile, Video Game Ethics & Political X-haustion https://www.spreaker.com/episode/reckoning-with-savile-video-game-ethics-political-x-haustion--57239305 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro.Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley Cooper be playing Jewish people and what does that say for representation, especially in the current febrile climate?Plus! Following a ScreenCrush article about the best films to introduce to children, they wonder about the picks and choose their own.And with Ahsoka on people's lips, they discuss the state of Star Wars and whether it is reflective of the small scale ambition of major franchises right now...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 111 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro. Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro.Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley Cooper be playing Jewish people and what does that say for representation, especially in the current febrile climate?Plus! Following a ScreenCrush article about the best films to introduce to children, they wonder about the picks and choose their own.And with Ahsoka on people's lips, they discuss the state of Star Wars and whether it is reflective of the small scale ambition of major franchises right now...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony chat about the contentious issue of Jewish casting in upcoming films Golda and Maestro.

Should gentiles like Helen Mirren & Bradley Cooper be playing Jewish people and what does that say for representation, especially in the current febrile climate?

Plus! Following a ScreenCrush article about the best films to introduce to children, they wonder about the picks and choose their own.

And with Ahsoka on people's lips, they discuss the state of Star Wars and whether it is reflective of the small scale ambition of major franchises right now...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host / Editor
Tony Black

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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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]]> 2885 no Taylor Swift's Era, Streaming Hell & Appropriating Culture https://www.spreaker.com/episode/taylor-swift-s-era-streaming-hell-appropriating-culture--57143191 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the woman on everyone's lips - Taylor Swift.Turns out our Dr. Sweeney is quite the Swiftie as we discuss her new film, The Eras Tour, and her general cultural dominance. Warning: contains singing.Also, following a recent Atlantic article about the history and future of streaming, they tackle the subject, whether it has been of benefit, and defend against DVD snobbery.Plus! Are we appropriating culture too often? Or is it not as terrible a notion as it seems? We unpack the questions...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 110 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the woman on everyone's lips - Taylor Swift. Turns out our Dr. Sweeney is quite the Swiftie as we discuss her new film, The... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the woman on everyone's lips - Taylor Swift.Turns out our Dr. Sweeney is quite the Swiftie as we discuss her new film, The Eras Tour, and her general cultural dominance. Warning: contains singing.Also, following a recent Atlantic article about the history and future of streaming, they tackle the subject, whether it has been of benefit, and defend against DVD snobbery.Plus! Are we appropriating culture too often? Or is it not as terrible a notion as it seems? We unpack the questions...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl talk about the woman on everyone's lips - Taylor Swift.

Turns out our Dr. Sweeney is quite the Swiftie as we discuss her new film, The Eras Tour, and her general cultural dominance. Warning: contains singing.

Also, following a recent Atlantic article about the history and future of streaming, they tackle the subject, whether it has been of benefit, and defend against DVD snobbery.

Plus! Are we appropriating culture too often? Or is it not as terrible a notion as it seems? We unpack the questions...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:
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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 3058 no The Lineker Clause, Worst Movie Decisions & Emma Thompson's Content Problem https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lineker-clause-worst-movie-decisions-emma-thompson-s-content-problem--57143148 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl begin by returning to the thorny issue of the BBC.Following the Gary Lineker social media debacle earlier this year, a clause now exists to restrict political opinion of their major broadcasters while on air. Is this sensible or repressive?Also, they take a look at a new Rolling Stone list of the 50 Worst Movie Decisions of all time, choosing three choices each. It's a varied assortment from across the span of cinema!Plus! Emma Thompson is not happy with the word 'content' so they tackle just how pervasive the term is right now in the media landscape...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Oct 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 109 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl begin by returning to the thorny issue of the BBC. Following the Gary Lineker social media debacle earlier this year, a clause now... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl begin by returning to the thorny issue of the BBC.Following the Gary Lineker social media debacle earlier this year, a clause now exists to restrict political opinion of their major broadcasters while on air. Is this sensible or repressive?Also, they take a look at a new Rolling Stone list of the 50 Worst Movie Decisions of all time, choosing three choices each. It's a varied assortment from across the span of cinema!Plus! Emma Thompson is not happy with the word 'content' so they tackle just how pervasive the term is right now in the media landscape...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl begin by returning to the thorny issue of the BBC.

Following the Gary Lineker social media debacle earlier this year, a clause now exists to restrict political opinion of their major broadcasters while on air. Is this sensible or repressive?

Also, they take a look at a new Rolling Stone list of the 50 Worst Movie Decisions of all time, choosing three choices each. It's a varied assortment from across the span of cinema!

Plus! Emma Thompson is not happy with the word 'content' so they tackle just how pervasive the term is right now in the media landscape...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Wednesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

Title music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com

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]]> 2862 no Scorsese vs Comic-Book Cinema II: Raging Bulls, Gen Z Scammed & Bond Corner Returns! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/scorsese-vs-comic-book-cinema-ii-raging-bulls-gen-z-scammed-bond-corner-returns--57002714 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony start by revisiting a recurring topic - Martin Scorsese vs Comic Book Cinema.Or not really, as he's once again been totally taken out of context as part of a much bigger discussion about cinema and culture, which they get into.Also, with reports that Gen Z are being scammed more than generations before them, they wonder why and just how an age group of people so much technologically savvier could be repeatedly fooled in such a way.Plus! Bond Corner returns as the rumour mill swirls around Christopher Nolan as director and a radical possible future, or perhaps past, for 007...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Oct 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 108 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony start by revisiting a recurring topic - Martin Scorsese vs Comic Book Cinema. Or not really, as he's once again been totally taken out... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony start by revisiting a recurring topic - Martin Scorsese vs Comic Book Cinema.Or not really, as he's once again been totally taken out of context as part of a much bigger discussion about cinema and culture, which they get into.Also, with reports that Gen Z are being scammed more than generations before them, they wonder why and just how an age group of people so much technologically savvier could be repeatedly fooled in such a way.Plus! Bond Corner returns as the rumour mill swirls around Christopher Nolan as director and a radical possible future, or perhaps past, for 007...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony start by revisiting a recurring topic - Martin Scorsese vs Comic Book Cinema.

Or not really, as he's once again been totally taken out of context as part of a much bigger discussion about cinema and culture, which they get into.

Also, with reports that Gen Z are being scammed more than generations before them, they wonder why and just how an age group of people so much technologically savvier could be repeatedly fooled in such a way.

Plus! Bond Corner returns as the rumour mill swirls around Christopher Nolan as director and a radical possible future, or perhaps past, for 007...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 3062 no Writers Strike Ends, Kermode Departs & Millie Bobbie Brown the Author https://www.spreaker.com/episode/writers-strike-ends-kermode-departs-millie-bobbie-brown-the-author--57002081 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony start by discussing the great news of the week - the end of the WGA Strike!They get into some of the details and analyse what the end of the strike means, and what battles still lie ahead.Also, as Mark Kermode steps down as lead film reviewer for The Observer, they discuss the man, his career, his top films of the last 10 years, and what the movie critic means in the modern day.Plus! As Millie Bobbie Brown receives criticism for her 'celebrity authored' book, they discuss whether the ghostwriter deserves more credit...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 Oct 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 107 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony start by discussing the great news of the week - the end of the WGA Strike! They get into some of the details and analyse what the end... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony start by discussing the great news of the week - the end of the WGA Strike!They get into some of the details and analyse what the end of the strike means, and what battles still lie ahead.Also, as Mark Kermode steps down as lead film reviewer for The Observer, they discuss the man, his career, his top films of the last 10 years, and what the movie critic means in the modern day.Plus! As Millie Bobbie Brown receives criticism for her 'celebrity authored' book, they discuss whether the ghostwriter deserves more credit...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony start by discussing the great news of the week - the end of the WGA Strike!

They get into some of the details and analyse what the end of the strike means, and what battles still lie ahead.

Also, as Mark Kermode steps down as lead film reviewer for The Observer, they discuss the man, his career, his top films of the last 10 years, and what the movie critic means in the modern day.

Plus! As Millie Bobbie Brown receives criticism for her 'celebrity authored' book, they discuss whether the ghostwriter deserves more credit...

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Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

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]]> 2513 no Russell Brand & the Toxic Noughties, Problematic Directors Revisited & A Haunting in Venice https://www.spreaker.com/episode/russell-brand-the-toxic-noughties-problematic-directors-revisited-a-haunting-in-venice--56910015 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the biggest topic right now in UK news: Russell Brand.They look at how the media have responded to the allegations about him, the wider context, and the growing conversations about the toxicity of the 2000s.Also, Bo Nicholson pops back in to ask us a follow up question to our discussion on Polanski, Allen & Hollywood's problematic film directors.Plus! They look at Kenneth Branagh's A Haunting in Venice - does it match up to previous Poirot puzzlers?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 106 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the biggest topic right now in UK news: Russell Brand. They look at how the media have responded to the allegations about him,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the biggest topic right now in UK news: Russell Brand.They look at how the media have responded to the allegations about him, the wider context, and the growing conversations about the toxicity of the 2000s.Also, Bo Nicholson pops back in to ask us a follow up question to our discussion on Polanski, Allen & Hollywood's problematic film directors.Plus! They look at Kenneth Branagh's A Haunting in Venice - does it match up to previous Poirot puzzlers?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the biggest topic right now in UK news: Russell Brand.

They look at how the media have responded to the allegations about him, the wider context, and the growing conversations about the toxicity of the 2000s.

Also, Bo Nicholson pops back in to ask us a follow up question to our discussion on Polanski, Allen & Hollywood's problematic film directors.

Plus! They look at Kenneth Branagh's A Haunting in Venice - does it match up to previous Poirot puzzlers?

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here:
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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

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Follow Tony & Carl:
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
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]]> 3446 no 1 Year of The Discourse: Birthday Reflections https://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-year-of-the-discourse-birthday-reflections--56910011 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl do a bit of well-earned naval gazing as The Discourse celebrates a year and 105 episodes of age,They get into how the podcast started, what podcasting means these days, some of their favourite stories and episodes across the year, plus how the podcast has evolved...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271Follow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 105 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl do a bit of well-earned naval gazing as The Discourse celebrates a year and 105 episodes of age, They get into how the podcast... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl do a bit of well-earned naval gazing as The Discourse celebrates a year and 105 episodes of age,They get into how the podcast started, what podcasting means these days, some of their favourite stories and episodes across the year, plus how the podcast has evolved...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271Follow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl do a bit of well-earned naval gazing as The Discourse celebrates a year and 105 episodes of age,

They get into how the podcast started, what podcasting means these days, some of their favourite stories and episodes across the year, plus how the podcast has evolved...

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Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2417 no Ryan Air's TikTok Shade, Beware of GBeebies & Drew Barrymore's Strike Stance https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ryan-air-s-tiktok-shade-beware-of-gbeebies-drew-barrymore-s-strike-stance--56823496 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle three varied topics.They start with Ryan Air and their remarkable TikTok channel, which throws shade and insults at their customers. Are they breaking new ground? And how does it connect to Donald Trump?Speaking of politics, they debate whether they should be unnerved or just laugh at British channel GB News. Is it full of wackos? Or does it pose a threat to democracy?Plus! What is Drew Barrymore up to? Her ill-advised action in the Writers/Actors Strike drama is discussed and queried. [We recorded this before her stance changed]-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271Follow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 19 Sep 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 104 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle three varied topics. They start with Ryan Air and their remarkable TikTok channel, which throws shade and insults at their... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle three varied topics.They start with Ryan Air and their remarkable TikTok channel, which throws shade and insults at their customers. Are they breaking new ground? And how does it connect to Donald Trump?Speaking of politics, they debate whether they should be unnerved or just laugh at British channel GB News. Is it full of wackos? Or does it pose a threat to democracy?Plus! What is Drew Barrymore up to? Her ill-advised action in the Writers/Actors Strike drama is discussed and queried. [We recorded this before her stance changed]-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271Follow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle three varied topics.

They start with Ryan Air and their remarkable TikTok channel, which throws shade and insults at their customers. Are they breaking new ground? And how does it connect to Donald Trump?

Speaking of politics, they debate whether they should be unnerved or just laugh at British channel GB News. Is it full of wackos? Or does it pose a threat to democracy?

Plus! What is Drew Barrymore up to? Her ill-advised action in the Writers/Actors Strike drama is discussed and queried. [We recorded this before her stance changed]

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Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
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https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271

Follow us on social media:
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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2594 no Rotten Tomatoes Decomposes & The Problem With Problematic Directors https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rotten-tomatoes-decomposes-the-problem-with-problematic-directors--56823440 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle two related film-centric topics.A recent piece has exposed the alleged dodgy dealings behind Rotten Tomatoes reviewing, leading us to debate the merits and negatives of the site, and how it has influenced Hollywood.Plus! With Roman Polanski's latest film The Palace getting excoriating RT reviews, they wonder if him being a problematic figure could be why, and whether art & artist should remain separate.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271Follow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 103 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle two related film-centric topics. A recent piece has exposed the alleged dodgy dealings behind Rotten Tomatoes reviewing,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle two related film-centric topics.A recent piece has exposed the alleged dodgy dealings behind Rotten Tomatoes reviewing, leading us to debate the merits and negatives of the site, and how it has influenced Hollywood.Plus! With Roman Polanski's latest film The Palace getting excoriating RT reviews, they wonder if him being a problematic figure could be why, and whether art & artist should remain separate.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discoursehttps://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271Follow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony tackle two related film-centric topics.

A recent piece has exposed the alleged dodgy dealings behind Rotten Tomatoes reviewing, leading us to debate the merits and negatives of the site, and how it has influenced Hollywood.


Plus! With Roman Polanski's latest film The Palace getting excoriating RT reviews, they wonder if him being a problematic figure could be why, and whether art & artist should remain separate.

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
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https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-discourse/id1645920271

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 2528 no Sex and Poor Things & Platonic Love in Cinema https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sex-and-poor-things-platonic-love-in-cinema--56751720 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl get into one steamy and one not so steamy topic.To kick off, they discuss how Yorgos Lanthimos' Poor Things has caused a right hoo ha over some explicit sex, and question whether it's a reaction to how sexless American cinema has become.Plus they get into the flipside, and a growing amount of platonic love in mainstream movies between men & women, from Dungeons & Dragons to Barbie. A sign of changing times?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 12 Sep 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 102 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl get into one steamy and one not so steamy topic. To kick off, they discuss how Yorgos Lanthimos' Poor Things has caused a right hoo ha... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl get into one steamy and one not so steamy topic.To kick off, they discuss how Yorgos Lanthimos' Poor Things has caused a right hoo ha over some explicit sex, and question whether it's a reaction to how sexless American cinema has become.Plus they get into the flipside, and a growing amount of platonic love in mainstream movies between men & women, from Dungeons & Dragons to Barbie. A sign of changing times?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl get into one steamy and one not so steamy topic.

To kick off, they discuss how Yorgos Lanthimos' Poor Things has caused a right hoo ha over some explicit sex, and question whether it's a reaction to how sexless American cinema has become.

Plus they get into the flipside, and a growing amount of platonic love in mainstream movies between men & women, from Dungeons & Dragons to Barbie. A sign of changing times?

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethispodcasts.com

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]]> 1969 no CCP: Chinese Cinematic Power & Product Placement in Movies https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ccp-chinese-cinematic-power-product-placement-in-movies--56751674 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl return after a few weeks away, partly on holiday, for two semi-related topics.They start with the Chinese influence on Hollywood and how the state are perniciously implanting propaganda into the biggest blockbusters, such as Barbie and Meg 2. Where does it end?Plus they discuss Barbie and other films (including Bond!) in relation to the profligacy of product placement in movies, and what the future may hold...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 11 Sep 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 101 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl return after a few weeks away, partly on holiday, for two semi-related topics. They start with the Chinese influence on Hollywood and... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl return after a few weeks away, partly on holiday, for two semi-related topics.They start with the Chinese influence on Hollywood and how the state are perniciously implanting propaganda into the biggest blockbusters, such as Barbie and Meg 2. Where does it end?Plus they discuss Barbie and other films (including Bond!) in relation to the profligacy of product placement in movies, and what the future may hold...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethispodcasts.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl return after a few weeks away, partly on holiday, for two semi-related topics.

They start with the Chinese influence on Hollywood and how the state are perniciously implanting propaganda into the biggest blockbusters, such as Barbie and Meg 2. Where does it end?

Plus they discuss Barbie and other films (including Bond!) in relation to the profligacy of product placement in movies, and what the future may hold...

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Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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]]> 2203 no 100th Episode LIVE in Birmingham: Lionesses Discourse, Second Screen Muzak, Phones in Cinemas & the MovieTokkers https://www.spreaker.com/episode/100th-episode-live-in-birmingham-lionesses-discourse-second-screen-muzak-phones-in-cinemas-the-movietokkers--56529831 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony celebrate their 100th episode with a range of special guests!They chat with Kurt North (Make It So) about the Lionesses and women's football, in advance of the England vs Spain World Cup final (just don't mention the score...)Violet Hammond (one of our lovely Patrons) & Ian Buckley (The Way) chat the 'second screen muzak' being chased by corporations and what it means for viewing habits.Phones in cinemas and terrible etiquette is challenged by Sean Wilson (Frame to Frame), Craig McKenzie (We Are Starfleet) & Sam Stokes (Den of Ten).And the MovieTok/influencer phenomenon is chewed over by Baz Greenland (A Dream Given Form), Bo Nicholson (MovieVersaries) & Andy Williams (Frame to Frame)...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackGuestsKurt North / Violet Hammond / Ian Buckley / Sean Wilson / Craig McKenzie / Sam Stokes / Baz Greenland / Bo Nicholson / Andy WilliamsSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Aug 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 100 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony celebrate their 100th episode... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony celebrate their 100th episode with a range of special guests!They chat with Kurt North (Make It So) about the Lionesses and women's football, in advance of the England vs Spain World Cup final (just don't mention the score...)Violet Hammond (one of our lovely Patrons) & Ian Buckley (The Way) chat the 'second screen muzak' being chased by corporations and what it means for viewing habits.Phones in cinemas and terrible etiquette is challenged by Sean Wilson (Frame to Frame), Craig McKenzie (We Are Starfleet) & Sam Stokes (Den of Ten).And the MovieTok/influencer phenomenon is chewed over by Baz Greenland (A Dream Given Form), Bo Nicholson (MovieVersaries) & Andy Williams (Frame to Frame)...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackGuestsKurt North / Violet Hammond / Ian Buckley / Sean Wilson / Craig McKenzie / Sam Stokes / Baz Greenland / Bo Nicholson / Andy WilliamsSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony celebrate their 100th episode with a range of special guests!

They chat with Kurt North (Make It So) about the Lionesses and women's football, in advance of the England vs Spain World Cup final (just don't mention the score...)

Violet Hammond (one of our lovely Patrons) & Ian Buckley (The Way) chat the 'second screen muzak' being chased by corporations and what it means for viewing habits.

Phones in cinemas and terrible etiquette is challenged by Sean Wilson (Frame to Frame), Craig McKenzie (We Are Starfleet) & Sam Stokes (Den of Ten).

And the MovieTok/influencer phenomenon is chewed over by Baz Greenland (A Dream Given Form), Bo Nicholson (MovieVersaries) & Andy Williams (Frame to Frame)...

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host / Editor
Tony Black

Guests
Kurt North / Violet Hammond / Ian Buckley / Sean Wilson / Craig McKenzie / Sam Stokes / Baz Greenland / Bo Nicholson / Andy Williams

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
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Follow us on social media:
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Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 3462 no LIVE in Birmingham: Actors Not Nerds, Cinema Self-Love & Pop Culture Parenting Tips https://www.spreaker.com/episode/live-in-birmingham-actors-not-nerds-cinema-self-love-pop-culture-parenting-tips--56529087 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony dig into the Rachel Zegler/Snow White controversy & wonder whether actors need to/should be fandom nerds like the audience watching them.Plus! They examine a recent piece decrying solo acts as being life-affirming choices, so wonder whether going to the cinema alone is an act of self-love, and how long have they been doing it?And as Tony prepares for imminent parenthood, Carl gives him several parenting tips on how to deal with engaging your children in popular culture...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / / EditorTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 21 Aug 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 99 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony dig into the Rachel Zegler/Snow... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony dig into the Rachel Zegler/Snow White controversy & wonder whether actors need to/should be fandom nerds like the audience watching them.Plus! They examine a recent piece decrying solo acts as being life-affirming choices, so wonder whether going to the cinema alone is an act of self-love, and how long have they been doing it?And as Tony prepares for imminent parenthood, Carl gives him several parenting tips on how to deal with engaging your children in popular culture...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / / EditorTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, recorded live in Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth as part of a We Made This podcasters meet up, Carl & Tony dig into the Rachel Zegler/Snow White controversy & wonder whether actors need to/should be fandom nerds like the audience watching them.

Plus! They examine a recent piece decrying solo acts as being life-affirming choices, so wonder whether going to the cinema alone is an act of self-love, and how long have they been doing it?

And as Tony prepares for imminent parenthood, Carl gives him several parenting tips on how to deal with engaging your children in popular culture...

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Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host / / Editor
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2493 no Moralistic Art, Hijack & The Bear https://www.spreaker.com/episode/moralistic-art-hijack-the-bear--56361033 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the growing issue of moralism in art, and how fractious the discourse seems be around it.Plus! In What We've Been Watching, they chat about the new Apple TV thriller Hijack, Disney+ show The Bear, the films of Ben Wheatley & more...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 08 Aug 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 98 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the growing issue of moralism in art, and how fractious the discourse seems be around it. Plus! In What We've Been Watching,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the growing issue of moralism in art, and how fractious the discourse seems be around it.Plus! In What We've Been Watching, they chat about the new Apple TV thriller Hijack, Disney+ show The Bear, the films of Ben Wheatley & more...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the growing issue of moralism in art, and how fractious the discourse seems be around it.

Plus! In What We've Been Watching, they chat about the new Apple TV thriller Hijack, Disney+ show The Bear, the films of Ben Wheatley & more...

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Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on social media:
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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2805 no Marvel TV Fatigue & the CGI Backlash https://www.spreaker.com/episode/marvel-tv-fatigue-the-cgi-backlash--56361023 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony get into the debacle that was Secret Invasion and whether it signals a decline for the Marvel TV universe.Plus! Following a piece on the use of practical sets and effects in recent movies (including Barbie, which Tony feeds back on after seeing it) and wonder if there is a backlash against CGI taking place...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastTony on Barbie:https://filmstories.co.uk/features/barbie-a-spoiler-filled-breakdown/Follow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 07 Aug 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 97 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony get into the debacle that was Secret Invasion and whether it signals a decline for the Marvel TV universe. Plus! Following a piece on... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony get into the debacle that was Secret Invasion and whether it signals a decline for the Marvel TV universe.Plus! Following a piece on the use of practical sets and effects in recent movies (including Barbie, which Tony feeds back on after seeing it) and wonder if there is a backlash against CGI taking place...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastTony on Barbie:https://filmstories.co.uk/features/barbie-a-spoiler-filled-breakdown/Follow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony get into the debacle that was Secret Invasion and whether it signals a decline for the Marvel TV universe.

Plus! Following a piece on the use of practical sets and effects in recent movies (including Barbie, which Tony feeds back on after seeing it) and wonder if there is a backlash against CGI taking place...

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Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Tony on Barbie:
https://filmstories.co.uk/features/barbie-a-spoiler-filled-breakdown/

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2365 no Older Discourse: Ben Wheatley & Rebecca (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-ben-wheatley-rebecca-pt-2--56340213 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben Wheatley's The Meg 2, his & Alfred Hitchcock's adaptations of Daphne du Maurier's classic novel, Rebecca.Hope you enjoyed the first part yesterday...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 04 Aug 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 96 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben Wheatley's The Meg 2, his & Alfred Hitchcock's adaptations of Daphne du Maurier's classic novel, Rebecca.Hope you enjoyed the first part yesterday...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben Wheatley's The Meg 2, his & Alfred Hitchcock's adaptations of Daphne du Maurier's classic novel, Rebecca.

Hope you enjoyed the first part yesterday...

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Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on social media:
https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcast

Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2631 no Older Discourse: Ben Wheatley & Rebecca (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-ben-wheatley-rebecca-pt-1--56340180 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben Wheatley's The Meg 2, his & Alfred Hitchcock's adaptations of Daphne du Maurier's classic novel, Rebecca.Look out for the second part tomorrow...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Aug 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 95 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben Wheatley's The Meg 2, his & Alfred Hitchcock's adaptations of Daphne du Maurier's classic novel, Rebecca.Look out for the second part tomorrow...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Ben Wheatley's The Meg 2, his & Alfred Hitchcock's adaptations of Daphne du Maurier's classic novel, Rebecca.

Look out for the second part tomorrow...

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]]> 2739 no Cinematic Discourse: Barbie & Barbenheimer Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-barbie-barbenheimer-special--56220982 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Greta Gerwig's BARBIE, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and get into the 'Barbenheimer' effect, and what lessons could be learned from its organic success.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 26 Jul 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 94 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Greta Gerwig's BARBIE, recently released in cinemas. They examine the film in non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Greta Gerwig's BARBIE, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and get into the 'Barbenheimer' effect, and what lessons could be learned from its organic success.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Greta Gerwig's BARBIE, recently released in cinemas.

They examine the film in non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and get into the 'Barbenheimer' effect, and what lessons could be learned from its organic success.

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]]> 2340 no Cinematic Discourse: Oppenheimer Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-oppenheimer-special--56203681 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Christopher Nolan's OPPENHEIMER, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question many of the moral and political questions it presents.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastTony on the film:https://filmstories.co.uk/features/oppenheimer-spoiler-filled-thoughts-on-christopher-nolans-film/Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Jul 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 93 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Christopher Nolan's OPPENHEIMER, recently released in cinemas. They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Christopher Nolan's OPPENHEIMER, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question many of the moral and political questions it presents.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastTony on the film:https://filmstories.co.uk/features/oppenheimer-spoiler-filled-thoughts-on-christopher-nolans-film/Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Christopher Nolan's OPPENHEIMER, recently released in cinemas.

They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question many of the moral and political questions it presents.

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1398503911

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]]> 3706 no Cinematic Discourse: Mission Impossible - Dead Reckoning (Part One) Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-mission-impossible-dead-reckoning-part-one-special--56110499 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Good morning, listeners. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join Carl & Tony as they discuss Christopher McQuarrie's MISSION IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING: PART ONE, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and discuss the ever present power of Tom Cruise - is he really the honorary President of Movies now?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 18 Jul 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 92 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Good morning, listeners. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join Carl & Tony as they discuss Christopher McQuarrie's MISSION IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Good morning, listeners. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join Carl & Tony as they discuss Christopher McQuarrie's MISSION IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING: PART ONE, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and discuss the ever present power of Tom Cruise - is he really the honorary President of Movies now?--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Good morning, listeners. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to join Carl & Tony as they discuss Christopher McQuarrie's MISSION IMPOSSIBLE - DEAD RECKONING: PART ONE, recently released in cinemas.

They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and discuss the ever present power of Tom Cruise - is he really the honorary President of Movies now?

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]]> 2947 no The Huw Edwards Saga, Actors Striking & Social Media Unravelling https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-huw-edwards-saga-actors-striking-social-media-unravelling--56110473 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony get into a heavy and somewhat downbeat news week by tackling the Huw Edwards scandal that has embroiled the BBC, and poses big questions again about the regulation of British press and the public interest.Also, they react to the recent SAG-AFTRA strike by actors in the US, in solidarity with the ongoing Writers Strike, and wonder just how this might affect the American entertainment sphere.Plus, Elon Musk strikes again! As he makes Twitter unuseable, so begins a new exodus to platforms such as Bluesky and Threads, so Carl & Tony unpick the new, unravelling landscape...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Jul 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 91 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony get into a heavy and somewhat downbeat news week by tackling the Huw Edwards scandal that has embroiled the BBC, and poses big... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony get into a heavy and somewhat downbeat news week by tackling the Huw Edwards scandal that has embroiled the BBC, and poses big questions again about the regulation of British press and the public interest.Also, they react to the recent SAG-AFTRA strike by actors in the US, in solidarity with the ongoing Writers Strike, and wonder just how this might affect the American entertainment sphere.Plus, Elon Musk strikes again! As he makes Twitter unuseable, so begins a new exodus to platforms such as Bluesky and Threads, so Carl & Tony unpick the new, unravelling landscape...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony get into a heavy and somewhat downbeat news week by tackling the Huw Edwards scandal that has embroiled the BBC, and poses big questions again about the regulation of British press and the public interest.

Also, they react to the recent SAG-AFTRA strike by actors in the US, in solidarity with the ongoing Writers Strike, and wonder just how this might affect the American entertainment sphere.

Plus, Elon Musk strikes again! As he makes Twitter unuseable, so begins a new exodus to platforms such as Bluesky and Threads, so Carl & Tony unpick the new, unravelling landscape...

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Tony Black

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]]> 2977 no Secret (AI)nvasion, Sleazy TV & Movie Needle Drops https://www.spreaker.com/episode/secret-ai-nvasion-sleazy-tv-movie-needle-drops--55994313 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the growing use of AI in the entertainment industry, concerning the BBFC and Marvel with Secret Invasion. Is it already going too far?Also, they get into sleazy entertainment by discussing HBO's The Idol, the recent movie No Hard Feelings, and whether we're entering a new puri-teen-ical age.Plus, after a piece critcising the poor use of needle drops in movies, they chat Pulp Fiction and when creatives use music well and poorly.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Jul 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 90 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the growing use of AI in the entertainment industry, concerning the BBFC and Marvel with Secret Invasion. Is it already going... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the growing use of AI in the entertainment industry, concerning the BBFC and Marvel with Secret Invasion. Is it already going too far?Also, they get into sleazy entertainment by discussing HBO's The Idol, the recent movie No Hard Feelings, and whether we're entering a new puri-teen-ical age.Plus, after a piece critcising the poor use of needle drops in movies, they chat Pulp Fiction and when creatives use music well and poorly.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the growing use of AI in the entertainment industry, concerning the BBFC and Marvel with Secret Invasion. Is it already going too far?

Also, they get into sleazy entertainment by discussing HBO's The Idol, the recent movie No Hard Feelings, and whether we're entering a new puri-teen-ical age.

Plus, after a piece critcising the poor use of needle drops in movies, they chat Pulp Fiction and when creatives use music well and poorly.

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2755 no Cinematic Discourse: Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-indiana-jones-and-the-dial-of-destiny-special--55992885 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss James Mangold's INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question whether the place of nostalgia in Hollywood storytelling is approaching an end.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastTony on the film:https://filmstories.co.uk/features/indiana-jones-spoiler-filled-thoughts-on-indiana-jones-the-dial-of-destiny/Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 05 Jul 2023 05:00:03 -0000 full 89 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss James Mangold's INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY, recently released in cinemas. They examine the film in spoilery... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss James Mangold's INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY, recently released in cinemas.They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question whether the place of nostalgia in Hollywood storytelling is approaching an end.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastTony on the film:https://filmstories.co.uk/features/indiana-jones-spoiler-filled-thoughts-on-indiana-jones-the-dial-of-destiny/Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss James Mangold's INDIANA JONES AND THE DIAL OF DESTINY, recently released in cinemas.

They examine the film in spoilery and non-spoilery terms, analyse the initial box office, and question whether the place of nostalgia in Hollywood storytelling is approaching an end.

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
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Follow us on social media:
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Tony on the film:
https://filmstories.co.uk/features/indiana-jones-spoiler-filled-thoughts-on-indiana-jones-the-dial-of-destiny/

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 3694 no The State of Film Criticism, Jack Grealish's Masculinity & Not (Watching) the 9 O'Clock News https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-state-of-film-criticism-jack-grealish-s-masculinity-not-watching-the-9-o-clock-news--54652639 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the state of film criticism following a Chris Stuckmann video - have we lost the ability to dissect film in a nuanced way?Plus, following a piece about how England & Man City footballer Jack Grealish might be rejecting toxic masculine forms, they wonder whether this signals a trend in the beautiful game and its fandom.And after a report suggesting we are watching/reading/listening to less news these days, they discuss whether it is a harbinger of our reduced ability for critical thinking...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 27 Jun 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 88 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the state of film criticism following a Chris Stuckmann video - have we lost the ability to dissect film in a nuanced way?... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the state of film criticism following a Chris Stuckmann video - have we lost the ability to dissect film in a nuanced way?Plus, following a piece about how England & Man City footballer Jack Grealish might be rejecting toxic masculine forms, they wonder whether this signals a trend in the beautiful game and its fandom.And after a report suggesting we are watching/reading/listening to less news these days, they discuss whether it is a harbinger of our reduced ability for critical thinking...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the state of film criticism following a Chris Stuckmann video - have we lost the ability to dissect film in a nuanced way?

Plus, following a piece about how England & Man City footballer Jack Grealish might be rejecting toxic masculine forms, they wonder whether this signals a trend in the beautiful game and its fandom.

And after a report suggesting we are watching/reading/listening to less news these days, they discuss whether it is a harbinger of our reduced ability for critical thinking...

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]]> 2823 no Germany's Kulturpass, Humanities End & Are Phones Ruining Storytelling? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/germany-s-kulturpass-humanities-end-are-phones-ruining-storytelling--54556237 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony begin with a pleasant topic - Germany's plan to give all 18 year olds money to engage in culture, and they ask if it would work in the UK.Plus, as writers call for the end to creative humanities degrees in the UK, the recently PhD'd Carl wonders about whether we ought to better recognise these subjects.And following an interview with Steven Soderbergh where he talks about cellphones impeding drama, they wonder if technology might mean the death of narrative tension...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Jun 2023 05:00:01 -0000 full 87 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony begin with a pleasant topic - Germany's plan to give all 18 year olds money to engage in culture, and they ask if it would work in the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony begin with a pleasant topic - Germany's plan to give all 18 year olds money to engage in culture, and they ask if it would work in the UK.Plus, as writers call for the end to creative humanities degrees in the UK, the recently PhD'd Carl wonders about whether we ought to better recognise these subjects.And following an interview with Steven Soderbergh where he talks about cellphones impeding drama, they wonder if technology might mean the death of narrative tension...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony begin with a pleasant topic - Germany's plan to give all 18 year olds money to engage in culture, and they ask if it would work in the UK.

Plus, as writers call for the end to creative humanities degrees in the UK, the recently PhD'd Carl wonders about whether we ought to better recognise these subjects.

And following an interview with Steven Soderbergh where he talks about cellphones impeding drama, they wonder if technology might mean the death of narrative tension...

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]]> 3107 no Lost's Toxic History & the Disney Connection https://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-s-toxic-history-the-disney-connection--54215432 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle two meaty topics - first, the revelations around the culture on hit 2000s TV series Lost, and what it means for the legacy of the show.Plus, they examine Disney messing around with The French Connection, which stokes Carl's ire and leads to a broader conversation about the future of streaming.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 13 Jun 2023 05:00:01 -0000 full 86 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle two meaty topics - first, the revelations around the culture on hit 2000s TV series Lost, and what it means for the legacy of... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle two meaty topics - first, the revelations around the culture on hit 2000s TV series Lost, and what it means for the legacy of the show.Plus, they examine Disney messing around with The French Connection, which stokes Carl's ire and leads to a broader conversation about the future of streaming.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle two meaty topics - first, the revelations around the culture on hit 2000s TV series Lost, and what it means for the legacy of the show.

Plus, they examine Disney messing around with The French Connection, which stokes Carl's ire and leads to a broader conversation about the future of streaming.

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]]> 2534 no TV Finale Discourse: Succession & Ted Lasso https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-finale-discourse-succession-ted-lasso--54215355 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl are talking TV, specifically the finale episodes of two of the biggest shows of recent years - HBO's Succession & Apple TV's Ted Lasso.Do they stick the landing? Find out!-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 12 Jun 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 85 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl are talking TV, specifically the finale episodes of two of the biggest shows of recent years - HBO's Succession & Apple TV's Ted... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl are talking TV, specifically the finale episodes of two of the biggest shows of recent years - HBO's Succession & Apple TV's Ted Lasso.Do they stick the landing? Find out!-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl are talking TV, specifically the finale episodes of two of the biggest shows of recent years - HBO's Succession & Apple TV's Ted Lasso.

Do they stick the landing? Find out!

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]]> 3391 no Favourite Film Stars (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/favourite-film-stars-pt-2--54073323 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Who will be crowned the Greatest Film Star of All Time?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Jun 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 84 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Who will be crowned the Greatest Film Star of All Time? - Remember: subscribe to THE... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Who will be crowned the Greatest Film Star of All Time?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Who will be crowned the Greatest Film Star of All Time?

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]]> 2037 no Favourite Film Stars (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/favourite-film-stars-pt-1--54073244 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Tune in again tomorrow for the second part of this discussion...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 05 Jun 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 83 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Tune in again tomorrow for the second part of this discussion... - Remember: subscribe to... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Tune in again tomorrow for the second part of this discussion...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this week's episodes, Carl & Tony list their favourite film stars! Tune in again tomorrow for the second part of this discussion...

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]]> 1777 no Cultural Elitism, Corporate Activism & Fast X https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cultural-elitism-corporate-activism-fast-x--54020869 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the value of being elitist, in light of recent comments by Paul Schrader. They also talk about the pros and cons of corporate activism and discuss recent viewings of Poker Face and Fast X.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 30 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 82 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the value of being elitist, in light of recent comments by Paul Schrader. They also talk about the pros and cons of corporate... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the value of being elitist, in light of recent comments by Paul Schrader. They also talk about the pros and cons of corporate activism and discuss recent viewings of Poker Face and Fast X.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the value of being elitist, in light of recent comments by Paul Schrader. They also talk about the pros and cons of corporate activism and discuss recent viewings of Poker Face and Fast X.

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]]> 2605 no Schofield's ITV Exit & Cannes Roundup https://www.spreaker.com/episode/schofield-s-itv-exit-cannes-roundup--54020854 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony react to the scandal surrounding Phillip Schofield's departure from ITV and discuss some of the big stories from the Cannes Film Festival, including the mixed response to Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 29 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 81 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony react to the scandal surrounding Phillip Schofield's departure from ITV and discuss some of the big stories from the Cannes Film... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony react to the scandal surrounding Phillip Schofield's departure from ITV and discuss some of the big stories from the Cannes Film Festival, including the mixed response to Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony react to the scandal surrounding Phillip Schofield's departure from ITV and discuss some of the big stories from the Cannes Film Festival, including the mixed response to Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.

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]]> 2352 no Older Discourse: Insomnia & Christopher Nolan (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-insomnia-christopher-nolan-pt-2--53950662 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer later this summer, his work more broadly framed through his 2002 noir, Insomnia.You can listen to the first part in our previous episode.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 23 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 80 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer later this summer, his work more broadly framed through his 2002 noir, Insomnia.You can listen to the first part in our previous episode.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer later this summer, his work more broadly framed through his 2002 noir, Insomnia.

You can listen to the first part in our previous episode.

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]]> 3245 no Older Discourse: Insomnia & Christopher Nolan (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-insomnia-christopher-nolan-pt-1--53950524 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer later this summer, his work more broadly framed through his 2002 noir, Insomnia.Look out for the second part tomorrow...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 22 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 79 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer later this summer, his work more broadly framed through his 2002 noir, Insomnia.Look out for the second part tomorrow...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in advance of Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer later this summer, his work more broadly framed through his 2002 noir, Insomnia.

Look out for the second part tomorrow...

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]]> 3384 no CNN, Trump, Cleopatra & Richard Dreyfuss https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cnn-trump-cleopatra-richard-dreyfuss--53861271 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle Donald Trump's recent CNN town hall appearance which has caused such divisive controversy. Should he have been platformed or not? And what does Trump's continued survival say about American society?Plus! They look at a cultural appropriation controversy concerning an upcoming portrayal of Cleopatra, and some triggering comments from actor Richard Dreyfuss, which pull them into a debate about just how we should approach race and acting, and whether the right people control that narrative...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 16 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 78 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle Donald Trump's recent CNN town hall appearance which has caused such divisive controversy. Should he have been platformed or... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle Donald Trump's recent CNN town hall appearance which has caused such divisive controversy. Should he have been platformed or not? And what does Trump's continued survival say about American society?Plus! They look at a cultural appropriation controversy concerning an upcoming portrayal of Cleopatra, and some triggering comments from actor Richard Dreyfuss, which pull them into a debate about just how we should approach race and acting, and whether the right people control that narrative...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl tackle Donald Trump's recent CNN town hall appearance which has caused such divisive controversy. Should he have been platformed or not? And what does Trump's continued survival say about American society?

Plus! They look at a cultural appropriation controversy concerning an upcoming portrayal of Cleopatra, and some triggering comments from actor Richard Dreyfuss, which pull them into a debate about just how we should approach race and acting, and whether the right people control that narrative...

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]]> 3071 no Musical Discourse: Eurovision 2023, Ticketmaster Troubles & the Beats Go On https://www.spreaker.com/episode/musical-discourse-eurovision-2023-ticketmaster-troubles-the-beats-go-on--53856652 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, a musical special (with very little singing, fear not), Tony & Carl talk through the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest - the winners, losers, and the political implications given the Ukraine tragedy & the contest being hosted in the U.K. for the first time since 1998.Plus! Listener and podcaster Kurt North sends us voicemail about Tickemaster and U2 fan frustrations, leading to a broader chat about the growing exploitation of 'dynamic ticket pricing'.And they also look at the recent rise of nostalgic repurposing of songs, tracks and beats from popular culture that might have more morally dubious sources inside the music industry...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 15 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 77 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, a musical special (with very little singing, fear not), Tony & Carl talk through the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest - the winners, losers, and the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, a musical special (with very little singing, fear not), Tony & Carl talk through the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest - the winners, losers, and the political implications given the Ukraine tragedy & the contest being hosted in the U.K. for the first time since 1998.Plus! Listener and podcaster Kurt North sends us voicemail about Tickemaster and U2 fan frustrations, leading to a broader chat about the growing exploitation of 'dynamic ticket pricing'.And they also look at the recent rise of nostalgic repurposing of songs, tracks and beats from popular culture that might have more morally dubious sources inside the music industry...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, a musical special (with very little singing, fear not), Tony & Carl talk through the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest - the winners, losers, and the political implications given the Ukraine tragedy & the contest being hosted in the U.K. for the first time since 1998.

Plus! Listener and podcaster Kurt North sends us voicemail about Tickemaster and U2 fan frustrations, leading to a broader chat about the growing exploitation of 'dynamic ticket pricing'.

And they also look at the recent rise of nostalgic repurposing of songs, tracks and beats from popular culture that might have more morally dubious sources inside the music industry...

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]]> 3164 no Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, Writers Striking & Local U.K. Elections Discourse https://www.spreaker.com/episode/guardians-of-the-galaxy-vol-3-writers-striking-local-u-k-elections-discourse--53782042 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony get into Marvel's latest, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which the latter waxes lyrical about - which makes a nice change!Plus! The WGA strike in America continues apace so they look at the root causes, the impacts, and previous well-known strikes and their effects.And following the local elections in the UK, they use a flimsy media excuse to talk politics, wonder if Labour really can win a majority in 2024, and celebrate the Tories getting a kicking...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 10 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 76 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony get into Marvel's latest, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which the latter waxes lyrical about - which makes a nice change! Plus! The... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony get into Marvel's latest, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which the latter waxes lyrical about - which makes a nice change!Plus! The WGA strike in America continues apace so they look at the root causes, the impacts, and previous well-known strikes and their effects.And following the local elections in the UK, they use a flimsy media excuse to talk politics, wonder if Labour really can win a majority in 2024, and celebrate the Tories getting a kicking...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony get into Marvel's latest, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, which the latter waxes lyrical about - which makes a nice change!

Plus! The WGA strike in America continues apace so they look at the root causes, the impacts, and previous well-known strikes and their effects.

And following the local elections in the UK, they use a flimsy media excuse to talk politics, wonder if Labour really can win a majority in 2024, and celebrate the Tories getting a kicking...

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Tony Black

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]]> 2955 no Royal Discourse: The Coronation of King Charles III https://www.spreaker.com/episode/royal-discourse-the-coronation-of-king-charles-iii--53776667 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE+, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, our longest yet (so call it a bumper length one), Carl and Tony dig into the big event of May - the Coronation of King Charles III. Well, the second biggest event - Eurovision next week!They chat the ceremony and its arcane ritual, viewing figures of the day, some of the oddest and most comedic moments, plus look at the concert where Carl's love of Katy Perry once again comes to the fore.Plus! Our Man Down Under, Bo Nicholson, asks a key couple of questions about the monarchy and we dive into the ever-present topic of what role they serve, and what the alternatives might be.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 09 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 75 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE+, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, our longest yet (so call it a bumper length one), Carl and Tony dig into the big event of May - the Coronation of King Charles III. Well, the second... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE+, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, our longest yet (so call it a bumper length one), Carl and Tony dig into the big event of May - the Coronation of King Charles III. Well, the second biggest event - Eurovision next week!They chat the ceremony and its arcane ritual, viewing figures of the day, some of the oddest and most comedic moments, plus look at the concert where Carl's love of Katy Perry once again comes to the fore.Plus! Our Man Down Under, Bo Nicholson, asks a key couple of questions about the monarchy and we dive into the ever-present topic of what role they serve, and what the alternatives might be.--Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, our longest yet (so call it a bumper length one), Carl and Tony dig into the big event of May - the Coronation of King Charles III. Well, the second biggest event - Eurovision next week!

They chat the ceremony and its arcane ritual, viewing figures of the day, some of the oddest and most comedic moments, plus look at the concert where Carl's love of Katy Perry once again comes to the fore.

Plus! Our Man Down Under, Bo Nicholson, asks a key couple of questions about the monarchy and we dive into the ever-present topic of what role they serve, and what the alternatives might be.

--

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Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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]]> 3759 no Coronation Preview, Your Own Personal AI Rom-Com & Surviving Picasso https://www.spreaker.com/episode/coronation-preview-your-own-personal-ai-rom-com-surviving-picasso--53691741 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl dive into some Royal Recess to discuss the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III, previewing the televised event and getting into perceptions of the monarchy after his first six or so months in the big chair.Plus! With director Joe Russo suggesting AI will allow us to star in our own films, they tackle what this could mean for storytelling & Tony's visible, abject horror at the notion.And with Pablo Picasso in the ground 50 years this last week, people are critiquing his work in line with his problematic aspects. The guys open the thorny topic of art vs the artist and whether we should let all the bastards of history continue to grind us down...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media/enjoy Carl's TikTok Dad jokes:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 02 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 74 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl dive into some Royal Recess to discuss the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III, previewing the televised event and getting into... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl dive into some Royal Recess to discuss the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III, previewing the televised event and getting into perceptions of the monarchy after his first six or so months in the big chair.Plus! With director Joe Russo suggesting AI will allow us to star in our own films, they tackle what this could mean for storytelling & Tony's visible, abject horror at the notion.And with Pablo Picasso in the ground 50 years this last week, people are critiquing his work in line with his problematic aspects. The guys open the thorny topic of art vs the artist and whether we should let all the bastards of history continue to grind us down...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media/enjoy Carl's TikTok Dad jokes:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl dive into some Royal Recess to discuss the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III, previewing the televised event and getting into perceptions of the monarchy after his first six or so months in the big chair.

Plus! With director Joe Russo suggesting AI will allow us to star in our own films, they tackle what this could mean for storytelling & Tony's visible, abject horror at the notion.

And with Pablo Picasso in the ground 50 years this last week, people are critiquing his work in line with his problematic aspects. The guys open the thorny topic of art vs the artist and whether we should let all the bastards of history continue to grind us down...

-

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

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Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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]]> 3296 no Oops, Musk Did It Again, Just Stop Snooker & Celebrity Voyeurism https://www.spreaker.com/episode/oops-musk-did-it-again-just-stop-snooker-celebrity-voyeurism--53685704 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl get back into the wonderful world of Twitter and the latest Elon Musk/Blue Tick shenanigans while also getting their heads around branching into TikTok, of all places!Plus! Following the recent Just Stop Oil demonstrations on televised events such as the snooker and the Grand Prix, they wonder if climate activism is really having the intended effect.And they observe the growing trend of ghoulish voyeurism of both 50+ famous women attempting body positivity & photographing long-retired actors. Have the paps gone too far or are we the real villains as consumers?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media/enjoy Carl's TikTok Dad jokes:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 01 May 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 73 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl get back into the wonderful world of Twitter and the latest Elon Musk/Blue Tick shenanigans while also getting their heads around... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl get back into the wonderful world of Twitter and the latest Elon Musk/Blue Tick shenanigans while also getting their heads around branching into TikTok, of all places!Plus! Following the recent Just Stop Oil demonstrations on televised events such as the snooker and the Grand Prix, they wonder if climate activism is really having the intended effect.And they observe the growing trend of ghoulish voyeurism of both 50+ famous women attempting body positivity & photographing long-retired actors. Have the paps gone too far or are we the real villains as consumers?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media/enjoy Carl's TikTok Dad jokes:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl get back into the wonderful world of Twitter and the latest Elon Musk/Blue Tick shenanigans while also getting their heads around branching into TikTok, of all places!

Plus! Following the recent Just Stop Oil demonstrations on televised events such as the snooker and the Grand Prix, they wonder if climate activism is really having the intended effect.

And they observe the growing trend of ghoulish voyeurism of both 50+ famous women attempting body positivity & photographing long-retired actors. Have the paps gone too far or are we the real villains as consumers?

-

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

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Follow us on social media/enjoy Carl's TikTok Dad jokes:
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Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
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Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
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]]> 2816 no American Cultural Influences, Air, Moonage Daydream & Carl's Katy Perry Adventure https://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-cultural-influences-air-moonage-daydream-carl-s-katy-perry-adventure--53598579 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl continues his love of the YouGov poll by presenting Tony with a poll about American influences on British culture, and as a result they go full British!Plus! What We've Been Watching! Carl gets some Air while Tony goes tripping with Moonage Daydream.And Carl tells us about a Katy Perry concert he attended in Vegas, schooling Tony on the Taylor vs Katy beef, and consequently makes Tony sound about 7000 years old...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Apr 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 72 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl continues his love of the YouGov poll by presenting Tony with a poll about American influences on British culture, and as a result they go full... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl continues his love of the YouGov poll by presenting Tony with a poll about American influences on British culture, and as a result they go full British!Plus! What We've Been Watching! Carl gets some Air while Tony goes tripping with Moonage Daydream.And Carl tells us about a Katy Perry concert he attended in Vegas, schooling Tony on the Taylor vs Katy beef, and consequently makes Tony sound about 7000 years old...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl continues his love of the YouGov poll by presenting Tony with a poll about American influences on British culture, and as a result they go full British!

Plus! What We've Been Watching! Carl gets some Air while Tony goes tripping with Moonage Daydream.

And Carl tells us about a Katy Perry concert he attended in Vegas, schooling Tony on the Taylor vs Katy beef, and consequently makes Tony sound about 7000 years old...

-

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

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Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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]]> 2759 no Super Mario Box Office, Naked Education & Busted Nostalgia https://www.spreaker.com/episode/super-mario-box-office-naked-education-busted-nostalgia--53587656 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl--having returned from his Vegas adventure--and Tony discuss the rampant success of The Super Mario Bros Movie and ponder if video game films might be the Next Big Thing. Plus! Are the kids alright? The Daily Mail are all in a tizz about Channel 4's Naked Attraction. Child exploitation or body positivity? We find out.And they discuss, as pop group Busted prepare a comeback tour, whether nostalgia in culture is too much or a warm blanket in cold times.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 24 Apr 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 71 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl--having returned from his Vegas adventure--and Tony discuss the rampant success of The Super Mario Bros Movie and ponder if video game films might... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl--having returned from his Vegas adventure--and Tony discuss the rampant success of The Super Mario Bros Movie and ponder if video game films might be the Next Big Thing. Plus! Are the kids alright? The Daily Mail are all in a tizz about Channel 4's Naked Attraction. Child exploitation or body positivity? We find out.And they discuss, as pop group Busted prepare a comeback tour, whether nostalgia in culture is too much or a warm blanket in cold times.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl--having returned from his Vegas adventure--and Tony discuss the rampant success of The Super Mario Bros Movie and ponder if video game films might be the Next Big Thing.

Plus! Are the kids alright? The Daily Mail are all in a tizz about Channel 4's Naked Attraction. Child exploitation or body positivity? We find out.

And they discuss, as pop group Busted prepare a comeback tour, whether nostalgia in culture is too much or a warm blanket in cold times.

-

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New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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Email us:
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]]> 2742 no PREVIEW - Discourse+ April Bonus Episode https://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-discourse-april-bonus-episode--53620259 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Tony introduces a short preview for our latest DISCOURSE+ bonus episode, as he and Carl discuss the etiquette of theatrical and cinematic spaces - are people to blame or the venues? Tony goes full misanthrope in his response!Subscribe and support the podcast for the rest of the episode, including...Following a fascinating piece on life after influencing, they discuss the curious online phenomenon and reflect on their own 'content creation'.And in the latest Bond Corner, they get into Casino Royale celebrating 70 years, comments on the age of the next 007, and an exciting rumour about the next film's director.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Sun, 23 Apr 2023 13:00:02 -0000 full Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Tony introduces a short preview for our latest DISCOURSE+ bonus episode, as he and Carl discuss the etiquette of theatrical and cinematic spaces - are people to blame... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Tony introduces a short preview for our latest DISCOURSE+ bonus episode, as he and Carl discuss the etiquette of theatrical and cinematic spaces - are people to blame or the venues? Tony goes full misanthrope in his response!Subscribe and support the podcast for the rest of the episode, including...Following a fascinating piece on life after influencing, they discuss the curious online phenomenon and reflect on their own 'content creation'.And in the latest Bond Corner, they get into Casino Royale celebrating 70 years, comments on the age of the next 007, and an exciting rumour about the next film's director.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on social media:https://linktr.ee/thediscoursepodcastFollow Tony & Carl:Carl: @CKJSweeney on TwitterTony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriterListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tony introduces a short preview for our latest DISCOURSE+ bonus episode, as he and Carl discuss the etiquette of theatrical and cinematic spaces - are people to blame or the venues? Tony goes full misanthrope in his response!

Subscribe and support the podcast for the rest of the episode, including...

Following a fascinating piece on life after influencing, they discuss the curious online phenomenon and reflect on their own 'content creation'.

And in the latest Bond Corner, they get into Casino Royale celebrating 70 years, comments on the age of the next 007, and an exciting rumour about the next film's director.


Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on social media:
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Follow Tony & Carl:
Carl: @CKJSweeney on Twitter
Tony: https://linktr.ee/ajblackwriter

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcast

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

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]]> 1320 no Blockbuster Returns, Blue Tick Twitter Chaos & Ryan Coogler's X-Files https://www.spreaker.com/episode/blockbuster-returns-blue-tick-twitter-chaos-ryan-coogler-s-x-files--53451333 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl ponder, following a cryptic announcement, the possible return of the classic Blockbuster chain, and Tony discusses his own physical media collecting endeavours.Plus! It's chaos over on Twitter as meddling millionaire Elon Musk continues fixing something that ain't broke, so they discuss what it means for the platform.And following a recent DISCOURSE+ episode on the future of The X-Files, they tackle news that A-list director Ryan Coogler might be in the frame to bring the show back, and what that might look like...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 18 Apr 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 70 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl ponder, following a cryptic announcement, the possible return of the classic Blockbuster chain, and Tony discusses his own physical... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl ponder, following a cryptic announcement, the possible return of the classic Blockbuster chain, and Tony discusses his own physical media collecting endeavours.Plus! It's chaos over on Twitter as meddling millionaire Elon Musk continues fixing something that ain't broke, so they discuss what it means for the platform.And following a recent DISCOURSE+ episode on the future of The X-Files, they tackle news that A-list director Ryan Coogler might be in the frame to bring the show back, and what that might look like...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl ponder, following a cryptic announcement, the possible return of the classic Blockbuster chain, and Tony discusses his own physical media collecting endeavours.

Plus! It's chaos over on Twitter as meddling millionaire Elon Musk continues fixing something that ain't broke, so they discuss what it means for the platform.

And following a recent DISCOURSE+ episode on the future of The X-Files, they tackle news that A-list director Ryan Coogler might be in the frame to bring the show back, and what that might look like...

-

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]]> 3181 no The Phenomenon of Superhero Fatigue https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-phenomenon-of-superhero-fatigue--53440807 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl dig into the concept of 'Superhero Fatigue' in relation to the recent box-office under-performance of films such as SHAZAM: FURY OF THE GODS and ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA.Is there such a thing? Is the comic book bubble finally bursting? Or is there another explanation?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Apr 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 69 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl dig into the concept of 'Superhero Fatigue' in relation to the recent box-office under-performance of films such as SHAZAM: FURY OF THE... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl dig into the concept of 'Superhero Fatigue' in relation to the recent box-office under-performance of films such as SHAZAM: FURY OF THE GODS and ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA.Is there such a thing? Is the comic book bubble finally bursting? Or is there another explanation?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl dig into the concept of 'Superhero Fatigue' in relation to the recent box-office under-performance of films such as SHAZAM: FURY OF THE GODS and ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA.

Is there such a thing? Is the comic book bubble finally bursting? Or is there another explanation?

-

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]]> 2677 no Someone Think of the Children's Movies, Daisy M Cooper & John Wick: Chapter 4 https://www.spreaker.com/episode/someone-think-of-the-children-s-movies-daisy-m-cooper-john-wick-chapter-4--53446188 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the dearth of movies for children in cinemas, as The Super Mario Bros Movie arrives - where have they all gone? And what does this trend suggest?Plus! Bond Corner! Here tackling the strange rumour that comedian Daisy May Cooper is being tapped as the next 'M', which leads to a chat about just how far into comedy the Bond series should go.And finally, they look at the recently released John Wick: Chapter 4, in spoilery and non-spoilery detail, We're thinking he's back...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseHost / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comJoin us on Discord:https://discord.gg/qWgqpVr9bmListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 11 Apr 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 68 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the dearth of movies for children in cinemas, as The Super Mario Bros Movie arrives - where have they all gone? And what does... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the dearth of movies for children in cinemas, as The Super Mario Bros Movie arrives - where have they all gone? And what does this trend suggest?Plus! Bond Corner! Here tackling the strange rumour that comedian Daisy May Cooper is being tapped as the next 'M', which leads to a chat about just how far into comedy the Bond series should go.And finally, they look at the recently released John Wick: Chapter 4, in spoilery and non-spoilery detail, We're thinking he's back...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseHost / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comJoin us on Discord:https://discord.gg/qWgqpVr9bmListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the dearth of movies for children in cinemas, as The Super Mario Bros Movie arrives - where have they all gone? And what does this trend suggest?

Plus! Bond Corner! Here tackling the strange rumour that comedian Daisy May Cooper is being tapped as the next 'M', which leads to a chat about just how far into comedy the Bond series should go.

And finally, they look at the recently released John Wick: Chapter 4, in spoilery and non-spoilery detail, We're thinking he's back...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners.

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]]> 3004 no Remaking Vertigo & Should Straight Actors Play Gay Characters? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/remaking-vertigo-should-straight-actors-play-gay-characters--53442325 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the announcement of an impending Paramount remake of Alfred Hitchcock's classic Vertigo starring Robert Downey. Jr, asking whether masterworks should be re-done or left well alone.Plus! Following a survey about thoughts on straight actors playing gay characters, Carl reveals the somewhat surprising results, leading to a discussion about representation in modern cinema...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseHost / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 10 Apr 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 67 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the announcement of an impending Paramount remake of Alfred Hitchcock's classic Vertigo starring Robert Downey. Jr, asking... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the announcement of an impending Paramount remake of Alfred Hitchcock's classic Vertigo starring Robert Downey. Jr, asking whether masterworks should be re-done or left well alone.Plus! Following a survey about thoughts on straight actors playing gay characters, Carl reveals the somewhat surprising results, leading to a discussion about representation in modern cinema...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseHost / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the announcement of an impending Paramount remake of Alfred Hitchcock's classic Vertigo starring Robert Downey. Jr, asking whether masterworks should be re-done or left well alone.

Plus! Following a survey about thoughts on straight actors playing gay characters, Carl reveals the somewhat surprising results, leading to a discussion about representation in modern cinema...

-

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]]> 2253 no Brian Cox vs the Method, The Cancellation Effect & A.O. Scott's Lament https://www.spreaker.com/episode/brian-cox-vs-the-method-the-cancellation-effect-a-o-scott-s-lament--53370921 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss SUCCESSION star Brian Cox's comments about the veracity of 'The Method' and discuss variations in modern acting styles.Plus! With a recent US report that TV show cancellations are altering viewer behaviour, we get into the modern reality of whether audiences will even take a show on knowing there will be no satisfying ending.And! They chat the departing comments of New York Times critic A. O. Scott regarding the toxicity of fandom and his assertion it connects to far right nationalism. Is there something to his parting shot?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 04 Apr 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 66 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss SUCCESSION star Brian Cox's comments about the veracity of 'The Method' and discuss variations in modern acting styles. Plus!... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss SUCCESSION star Brian Cox's comments about the veracity of 'The Method' and discuss variations in modern acting styles.Plus! With a recent US report that TV show cancellations are altering viewer behaviour, we get into the modern reality of whether audiences will even take a show on knowing there will be no satisfying ending.And! They chat the departing comments of New York Times critic A. O. Scott regarding the toxicity of fandom and his assertion it connects to far right nationalism. Is there something to his parting shot?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's YOU HAVE BEEN WATCHING podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/you-have-been-watchingListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-movie-palace-podcastEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss SUCCESSION star Brian Cox's comments about the veracity of 'The Method' and discuss variations in modern acting styles.

Plus! With a recent US report that TV show cancellations are altering viewer behaviour, we get into the modern reality of whether audiences will even take a show on knowing there will be no satisfying ending.

And! They chat the departing comments of New York Times critic A. O. Scott regarding the toxicity of fandom and his assertion it connects to far right nationalism. Is there something to his parting shot?

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

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Carl Sweeney

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]]> 2884 no Picture of the Year, Boorman's Take & Tarantino's Movie Critic https://www.spreaker.com/episode/picture-of-the-year-boorman-s-take-tarantino-s-movie-critic--53362660 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl get some audio feedback from ACADEMY WATCH podcaster Bo Nicholson and a question - would Best Picture Oscar winners sometimes be more palatable if they were called 'Pictures of the Year'?Plus! After a spicy Guardian take on the veracity of modern cinema from legendary helmsman John Boorman, they discuss the meaning of the word 'film' in the current context.And! They chat news about Quentin Tarantino's supposedly last film, THE MOVIE CRITIC, what it could be, and whether choosing the end a directing career is the best way out.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 03 Apr 2023 05:00:01 -0000 full 65 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl get some audio feedback from ACADEMY WATCH podcaster Bo Nicholson and a question - would Best Picture Oscar winners sometimes be more... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl get some audio feedback from ACADEMY WATCH podcaster Bo Nicholson and a question - would Best Picture Oscar winners sometimes be more palatable if they were called 'Pictures of the Year'?Plus! After a spicy Guardian take on the veracity of modern cinema from legendary helmsman John Boorman, they discuss the meaning of the word 'film' in the current context.And! They chat news about Quentin Tarantino's supposedly last film, THE MOVIE CRITIC, what it could be, and whether choosing the end a directing career is the best way out.-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl get some audio feedback from ACADEMY WATCH podcaster Bo Nicholson and a question - would Best Picture Oscar winners sometimes be more palatable if they were called 'Pictures of the Year'?

Plus! After a spicy Guardian take on the veracity of modern cinema from legendary helmsman John Boorman, they discuss the meaning of the word 'film' in the current context.

And! They chat news about Quentin Tarantino's supposedly last film, THE MOVIE CRITIC, what it could be, and whether choosing the end a directing career is the best way out.

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]]> 2844 no Top Action Movie Moments (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-action-movie-moments-pt-2--53293147 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as the work of Jackie Chan to MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT.This episode has their last five choices and check back for the first part with five more!-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 28 Mar 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 64 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as the work of Jackie Chan to MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT.This episode has their last five choices and check back for the first part with five more!-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as the work of Jackie Chan to MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: FALLOUT.

This episode has their last five choices and check back for the first part with five more!

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]]> 2418 no Top Action Movie Moments (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-action-movie-moments-pt-1--53240228 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK to Buster Keaton's THE GENERAL.This episode has their first five choices and look out for the second part soon with five more!-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Mar 2023 05:00:02 -0000 full 63 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK to Buster Keaton's THE GENERAL.This episode has their first five choices and look out for the second part soon with five more!-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl tie into the release of JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 4 by presenting a list of their 10 favourite Action Movie Moments, from films as varied as RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK to Buster Keaton's THE GENERAL.

This episode has their first five choices and look out for the second part soon with five more!

-

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Carl Sweeney

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Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

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1398503911

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]]> 2762 no Older Discourse: Examining the Legacyquel (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-examining-the-legacyquel-pt-2--53170065 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to the release of BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC, the so-called 'Legacyquel' - movies which follow on from classic, beloved properties years, sometimes decades, after their success.Look out for the first part which came out yesterday...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 Mar 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 62 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to the release of BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC, the so-called 'Legacyquel' - movies which follow on from classic, beloved properties years, sometimes decades, after their success.Look out for the first part which came out yesterday...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to the release of BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC, the so-called 'Legacyquel' - movies which follow on from classic, beloved properties years, sometimes decades, after their success.

Look out for the first part which came out yesterday...

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Carl Sweeney

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1398503911

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]]> 2700 no Older Discourse: Examining the Legacyquel (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-examining-the-legacyquel-pt-1--53170064 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to the release of BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC, the so-called 'Legacyquel' - movies which follow on from classic, beloved properties years, sometimes decades, after their success.Look out for the second part tomorrow...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 20 Mar 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 61 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to the release of BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC, the so-called 'Legacyquel' - movies which follow on from classic, beloved properties years, sometimes decades, after their success.Look out for the second part tomorrow...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl present some older discourse, from their previous podcast MOTION PICTURES, for a two-part discussion where they talk, in relation to the release of BILL & TED FACE THE MUSIC, the so-called 'Legacyquel' - movies which follow on from classic, beloved properties years, sometimes decades, after their success.

Look out for the second part tomorrow...

-

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Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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Carl: @CKJSweeney
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Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

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1398503911

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]]> 2438 no Gary Lineker vs The BBC & Seth Rogen vs Critics https://www.spreaker.com/episode/gary-lineker-vs-the-bbc-seth-rogen-vs-critics--53202024 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the biggest news in the UK over the last week - Gary Lineker taking on the BBC over his social media usage. Does what they did constitute an attack on free speech in the media itself?Plus! Seth Rogen isn't too happy with the role of the critic, but we discuss the role and place of the critic in culture - how far is too far?Also - stay tuned for a sneak peek of our latest DISCOURSE+ bonus episode discussing the future of THE X-FILES...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 15 Mar 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 60 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the biggest news in the UK over the last week - Gary Lineker taking on the BBC over his social media usage. Does what they did... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the biggest news in the UK over the last week - Gary Lineker taking on the BBC over his social media usage. Does what they did constitute an attack on free speech in the media itself?Plus! Seth Rogen isn't too happy with the role of the critic, but we discuss the role and place of the critic in culture - how far is too far?Also - stay tuned for a sneak peek of our latest DISCOURSE+ bonus episode discussing the future of THE X-FILES...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the biggest news in the UK over the last week - Gary Lineker taking on the BBC over his social media usage. Does what they did constitute an attack on free speech in the media itself?

Plus! Seth Rogen isn't too happy with the role of the critic, but we discuss the role and place of the critic in culture - how far is too far?

Also - stay tuned for a sneak peek of our latest DISCOURSE+ bonus episode discussing the future of THE X-FILES...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2554 no Oscars 2023 Results Chat & Scream VI https://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscars-2023-results-chat-scream-vi--53187877 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony break down the key Academy Award 2023 results. Did EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE deserve to sweep the board? Was Brendan Fraser a worthy winner for THE WHALE?Plus! Having both seen SCREAM VI, they look at the film and wonder where it sits in relation to the broader franchise...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 14 Mar 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 59 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony break down the key Academy Award 2023 results. Did EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE deserve to sweep the board? Was Brendan Fraser a... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony break down the key Academy Award 2023 results. Did EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE deserve to sweep the board? Was Brendan Fraser a worthy winner for THE WHALE?Plus! Having both seen SCREAM VI, they look at the film and wonder where it sits in relation to the broader franchise...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony break down the key Academy Award 2023 results. Did EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE deserve to sweep the board? Was Brendan Fraser a worthy winner for THE WHALE?

Plus! Having both seen SCREAM VI, they look at the film and wonder where it sits in relation to the broader franchise...

-

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Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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beyondthescreenpod

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1398503911

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]]> 2354 no The Rise of Subtitles & The Censoring of Dahl and Fleming https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-rise-of-subtitles-the-censoring-of-dahl-and-fleming--53076300 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl look at the rise and proliferation of subtitles in watching film and TV. More people are building them into watching even content in their own language, but why?Plus! In what is also the first 'Bond Corner' in a while, they get into the potential censoring of content in classic Roald Dahl & Ian Fleming novels based on racial content. Should these books be changed or censored? And if they are, what can of worms does it open up?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 07 Mar 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 58 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl look at the rise and proliferation of subtitles in watching film and TV. More people are building them into watching even content in... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl look at the rise and proliferation of subtitles in watching film and TV. More people are building them into watching even content in their own language, but why?Plus! In what is also the first 'Bond Corner' in a while, they get into the potential censoring of content in classic Roald Dahl & Ian Fleming novels based on racial content. Should these books be changed or censored? And if they are, what can of worms does it open up?-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl look at the rise and proliferation of subtitles in watching film and TV. More people are building them into watching even content in their own language, but why?

Plus! In what is also the first 'Bond Corner' in a while, they get into the potential censoring of content in classic Roald Dahl & Ian Fleming novels based on racial content. Should these books be changed or censored? And if they are, what can of worms does it open up?

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
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Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
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]]> 2462 no The We Made This Top 10 TV Shows of All Time & Death of the Movie Star https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-we-made-this-top-10-tv-shows-of-all-time-death-of-the-movie-star--53074476 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl break down the We Made This podcast community Top 10 TV Shows of All Time, with some surprising and perhaps not so surprising results.Plus! Following comments from Ana de Armas and Rege-Jean Page, they discuss whether the concept of the movie star is dead or not, and who might be the next generation of cinematic legend...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 57 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl break down the We Made This podcast community Top 10 TV Shows of All Time, with some surprising and perhaps not so surprising results.... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl break down the We Made This podcast community Top 10 TV Shows of All Time, with some surprising and perhaps not so surprising results.Plus! Following comments from Ana de Armas and Rege-Jean Page, they discuss whether the concept of the movie star is dead or not, and who might be the next generation of cinematic legend...-Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl break down the We Made This podcast community Top 10 TV Shows of All Time, with some surprising and perhaps not so surprising results.

Plus! Following comments from Ana de Armas and Rege-Jean Page, they discuss whether the concept of the movie star is dead or not, and who might be the next generation of cinematic legend...

-

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2330 no TV Discourse: Carl's Greatest 10 TV Shows of All Time https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-discourse-carl-s-greatest-10-tv-shows-of-all-time--52775215 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as THE X-FILES, 24, TWIN PEAKS and many more...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 28 Feb 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 56 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as THE X-FILES, 24, TWIN PEAKS and many more... New... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as THE X-FILES, 24, TWIN PEAKS and many more...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as THE X-FILES, 24, TWIN PEAKS and many more...

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 3086 no TV Discourse: Tony's Greatest 10 TV Shows of All Time https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-discourse-tony-s-greatest-10-tv-shows-of-all-time--52827946 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as LOST, STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE, GAME OF THRONES and many more...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 55 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as LOST, STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE, GAME OF THRONES and... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as LOST, STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE, GAME OF THRONES and many more...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the latter's top 10 greatest TV shows of all time, including gems such as LOST, STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE, GAME OF THRONES and many more...

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 3037 no The Future of Podcasting, AMC's Ticketing Gambit & Penn Badgley's Fidelity Test https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-future-of-podcasting-amc-s-ticketing-gambit-penn-badgley-s-fidelity-test--52806745 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the future of podcasting following a report about dropping numbers of new shows - what does the trend show?Plus! AMC have started charging different prices for where people sit in their cinemas but this has been happening in the UK for a while - is it a big deal?And, revisiting a topic from a recent DISCOURSE+ episode on sex in movies, they discuss YOU star Penn Badgley's recent refusal to film sex scenes in the show. Are we growing more prurient again about thirst in cinema and TV?Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 22 Feb 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 54 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the future of podcasting following a report about dropping numbers of new shows - what does the trend show? Plus! AMC have... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the future of podcasting following a report about dropping numbers of new shows - what does the trend show?Plus! AMC have started charging different prices for where people sit in their cinemas but this has been happening in the UK for a while - is it a big deal?And, revisiting a topic from a recent DISCOURSE+ episode on sex in movies, they discuss YOU star Penn Badgley's recent refusal to film sex scenes in the show. Are we growing more prurient again about thirst in cinema and TV?Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the future of podcasting following a report about dropping numbers of new shows - what does the trend show?

Plus! AMC have started charging different prices for where people sit in their cinemas but this has been happening in the UK for a while - is it a big deal?

And, revisiting a topic from a recent DISCOURSE+ episode on sex in movies, they discuss YOU star Penn Badgley's recent refusal to film sex scenes in the show. Are we growing more prurient again about thirst in cinema and TV?

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2705 no BAFTA 2023 Results and Ceremony Chat & Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bafta-2023-results-and-ceremony-chat-ant-man-and-the-wasp-quantumania--52795117 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony dig into the BAFTA awards results and ceremony, discussing discourse around the show including cringe moments, misjudged memorials and racial inequality.Plus! Tony discusses ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA as they both wonder whether the Marvel Cinematic Universe zeitgeist is finally over.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 21 Feb 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 53 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony dig into the BAFTA awards results and ceremony, discussing discourse around the show including cringe moments, misjudged memorials and... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony dig into the BAFTA awards results and ceremony, discussing discourse around the show including cringe moments, misjudged memorials and racial inequality.Plus! Tony discusses ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA as they both wonder whether the Marvel Cinematic Universe zeitgeist is finally over.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony dig into the BAFTA awards results and ceremony, discussing discourse around the show including cringe moments, misjudged memorials and racial inequality.

Plus! Tony discusses ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA as they both wonder whether the Marvel Cinematic Universe zeitgeist is finally over.

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

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Tony Black

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]]> 2285 no Netflix's Password Saga (Pt II), Bye Bye Bye Delilah & Basil Fawlty Returns? https://www.spreaker.com/episode/netflix-s-password-saga-pt-ii-bye-bye-bye-delilah-basil-fawlty-returns--52698127 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the most remarkable breaking comedy news of the year so far - John Cleese reviving Basil Fawlty for a new sitcom. A great or terrible idea? We respond.Plus! They return to the topic of the Netflix password sharing saga as leaked plans continue to show that the clamp down remains on the to do list.And they discuss the recent conversation around the Welsh rugby team banning Tom Jones' 'Delilah' due to its contentious lyrics - should songs tied up with national identity be disposed of if their content is beyond the pale?Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 14 Feb 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 52 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the most remarkable breaking comedy news of the year so far - John Cleese reviving Basil Fawlty for a new sitcom. A great or... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the most remarkable breaking comedy news of the year so far - John Cleese reviving Basil Fawlty for a new sitcom. A great or terrible idea? We respond.Plus! They return to the topic of the Netflix password sharing saga as leaked plans continue to show that the clamp down remains on the to do list.And they discuss the recent conversation around the Welsh rugby team banning Tom Jones' 'Delilah' due to its contentious lyrics - should songs tied up with national identity be disposed of if their content is beyond the pale?Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony and Carl discuss the most remarkable breaking comedy news of the year so far - John Cleese reviving Basil Fawlty for a new sitcom. A great or terrible idea? We respond.

Plus! They return to the topic of the Netflix password sharing saga as leaked plans continue to show that the clamp down remains on the to do list.

And they discuss the recent conversation around the Welsh rugby team banning Tom Jones' 'Delilah' due to its contentious lyrics - should songs tied up with national identity be disposed of if their content is beyond the pale?

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

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Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

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1398503911

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]]> 2851 no TV Discourse: Happy Valley Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tv-discourse-happy-valley-special--52697681 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Sally Wainwright's BBC crime noir series, HAPPY VALLEY.They look back at the first and second seasons, reveal their own journeys toward discovering the show, look at the 'water cooler' TV phenomenon that the show encapsulates, examine some of the online discourse around the series, and break down the brand new third season in non-spoilery and spoilery fashion, going deep on that final episode.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 13 Feb 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 51 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Sally Wainwright's BBC crime noir series, HAPPY VALLEY. They look back at the first and second seasons, reveal their... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Sally Wainwright's BBC crime noir series, HAPPY VALLEY.They look back at the first and second seasons, reveal their own journeys toward discovering the show, look at the 'water cooler' TV phenomenon that the show encapsulates, examine some of the online discourse around the series, and break down the brand new third season in non-spoilery and spoilery fashion, going deep on that final episode.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneySubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Sally Wainwright's BBC crime noir series, HAPPY VALLEY.

They look back at the first and second seasons, reveal their own journeys toward discovering the show, look at the 'water cooler' TV phenomenon that the show encapsulates, examine some of the online discourse around the series, and break down the brand new third season in non-spoilery and spoilery fashion, going deep on that final episode.

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on Twitter:
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Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

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1398503911

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Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 2866 no Chaw on EEAAO, Levi and Pfizer & Sight and Sound's 250 Greatest Films of All Time https://www.spreaker.com/episode/chaw-on-eeaao-levi-and-pfizer-sight-and-sound-s-250-greatest-films-of-all-time--52636390 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the updated Sight and Sound Greatest Films of All Time, which has just been extended to 250 films from 100 - what pictures made the cut?Plus! They talk about a contentious tweet thread from critic Walter Chaw regarding EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE which gets them into a conversation about emotional investment in culturally specific films. And they explore Zachary Levi's concerning tweets that appear anti-vaccine in nature and what the response should be as SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS beckons.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 07 Feb 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 50 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the updated Sight and Sound Greatest Films of All Time, which has just been extended to 250 films from 100 - what pictures made... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the updated Sight and Sound Greatest Films of All Time, which has just been extended to 250 films from 100 - what pictures made the cut?Plus! They talk about a contentious tweet thread from critic Walter Chaw regarding EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE which gets them into a conversation about emotional investment in culturally specific films. And they explore Zachary Levi's concerning tweets that appear anti-vaccine in nature and what the response should be as SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS beckons.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl and Tony discuss the updated Sight and Sound Greatest Films of All Time, which has just been extended to 250 films from 100 - what pictures made the cut?

Plus! They talk about a contentious tweet thread from critic Walter Chaw regarding EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE which gets them into a conversation about emotional investment in culturally specific films. And they explore Zachary Levi's concerning tweets that appear anti-vaccine in nature and what the response should be as SHAZAM! FURY OF THE GODS beckons.

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
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Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

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1398503911

Email us:
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]]> 2534 no Cinematic Discourse: Shyamalan & Knock at the Cabin Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-shyamalan-knock-at-the-cabin-special--52636248 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Carl & Tony discuss M. Night Shyamalan's KNOCK AT THE CABIN, recently released in cinemas.They look back at Shyamalan's career, charting his peaks and troughs, exploring what makes him tick as a filmmaker, and break down his new film in non-spoilery and spoilery terms.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodTony on THE VILLAGE:Shyamalan’s The Village: An Old Haven From The Modern World (August 2021)Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 06 Feb 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 49 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Carl & Tony discuss M. Night Shyamalan's KNOCK AT THE CABIN, recently released in cinemas. They look back at Shyamalan's career, charting... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Carl & Tony discuss M. Night Shyamalan's KNOCK AT THE CABIN, recently released in cinemas.They look back at Shyamalan's career, charting his peaks and troughs, exploring what makes him tick as a filmmaker, and break down his new film in non-spoilery and spoilery terms.Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseNew episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackSubscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodTony on THE VILLAGE:Shyamalan’s The Village: An Old Haven From The Modern World (August 2021)Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Carl & Tony discuss M. Night Shyamalan's KNOCK AT THE CABIN, recently released in cinemas.

They look back at Shyamalan's career, charting his peaks and troughs, exploring what makes him tick as a filmmaker, and break down his new film in non-spoilery and spoilery terms.

Remember: subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+ for early access, ad-free listening and bonus episodes not available to regular listeners. Support the show here: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Subscribe to THE DISCOURSE+:
https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Tony on THE VILLAGE:
Shyamalan’s The Village: An Old Haven From The Modern World (August 2021)

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2412 no Introducing... The Discourse+ https://www.spreaker.com/episode/introducing-the-discourse--52572507 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this bonus episode, Tony & Carl introduce you to the show's brand new subscription tier - THE DISCOURSE+Details include ad free listening, early released episodes and at least one bonus episode a month.Become part of the Discourse community here today: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseHost / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 01 Feb 2023 06:00:01 -0000 full Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this bonus episode, Tony & Carl introduce you to the show's brand new subscription tier - THE DISCOURSE+ Details include ad free listening, early released... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this bonus episode, Tony & Carl introduce you to the show's brand new subscription tier - THE DISCOURSE+Details include ad free listening, early released episodes and at least one bonus episode a month.Become part of the Discourse community here today: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourseHost / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this bonus episode, Tony & Carl introduce you to the show's brand new subscription tier - THE DISCOURSE+

Details include ad free listening, early released episodes and at least one bonus episode a month.

Become part of the Discourse community here today: https://wemadethis.supportingcast.fm/the-discourse

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 1021 no Nepo Babies, Mean Razzies & Conversational Muzak https://www.spreaker.com/episode/nepo-babies-mean-razzies-conversational-muzak--52572349 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl talk about the phenomenon of the 'nepo baby' and just how deep the branches of nepotism and class reach into the entertainment industry.Plus! They chat about the latest controversy around the worst movie award Razzies and their relevance in this day and age; and they consider recent think pieces about whether books and engaging with podcasts truly represent intelligence in our culture.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 48 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl talk about the phenomenon of the 'nepo baby' and just how deep the branches of nepotism and class reach into the entertainment... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl talk about the phenomenon of the 'nepo baby' and just how deep the branches of nepotism and class reach into the entertainment industry.Plus! They chat about the latest controversy around the worst movie award Razzies and their relevance in this day and age; and they consider recent think pieces about whether books and engaging with podcasts truly represent intelligence in our culture.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl talk about the phenomenon of the 'nepo baby' and just how deep the branches of nepotism and class reach into the entertainment industry.

Plus! They chat about the latest controversy around the worst movie award Razzies and their relevance in this day and age; and they consider recent think pieces about whether books and engaging with podcasts truly represent intelligence in our culture.

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

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1398503911

Email us:
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]]> 2893 no Cinematic Discourse: Spielberg & The Fabelmans Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-spielberg-the-fabelmans-special--52569756 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Steven Spielberg's THE FABELMANS, recently released in the U.K.They dig into Spielberg's place as a filmmaker in the modern climate, get into non-spoilery and spoilery discussions about the movie, and wonder about the movie's recently announced Oscar chances.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 30 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 47 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Steven Spielberg's THE FABELMANS, recently released in the U.K. They dig into Spielberg's place as a filmmaker in the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Steven Spielberg's THE FABELMANS, recently released in the U.K.They dig into Spielberg's place as a filmmaker in the modern climate, get into non-spoilery and spoilery discussions about the movie, and wonder about the movie's recently announced Oscar chances.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Tony & Carl discuss Steven Spielberg's THE FABELMANS, recently released in the U.K.

They dig into Spielberg's place as a filmmaker in the modern climate, get into non-spoilery and spoilery discussions about the movie, and wonder about the movie's recently announced Oscar chances.

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 2802 no Oscar 2023 Nominations & Predictions, Tar & Hunters https://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscar-2023-nominations-predictions-tar-hunters--52544867 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the Academy Award nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories, such as Best Picture, Actor, Actress & more.Plus! In What We've Been Watching, Carl goes deep on one of the front runners, Todd Field's TAR, while Tony encourages everyone to check out Amazon's pulp Nazi-centric adventure series, HUNTERS.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 26 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 46 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the Academy Award nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories, such as Best Picture, Actor,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the Academy Award nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories, such as Best Picture, Actor, Actress & more.Plus! In What We've Been Watching, Carl goes deep on one of the front runners, Todd Field's TAR, while Tony encourages everyone to check out Amazon's pulp Nazi-centric adventure series, HUNTERS.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the Academy Award nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories, such as Best Picture, Actor, Actress & more.

Plus! In What We've Been Watching, Carl goes deep on one of the front runners, Todd Field's TAR, while Tony encourages everyone to check out Amazon's pulp Nazi-centric adventure series, HUNTERS.

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host / Editor
Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2812 no Cinematic Discourse: Babylon Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-babylon-special--52503010 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Carl & Tony dig into Damien Chazelle's BABYLON, newly released in the U.K.One of the most divisive pictures of 2022, polarising American audiences, they discuss what they made of it--with and without spoilers--elements of the production, critical responses and the themes and ideas buried inside the film.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 24 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 45 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this special episode, Carl & Tony dig into Damien Chazelle's BABYLON, newly released in the U.K. One of the most divisive pictures of 2022, polarising American... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this special episode, Carl & Tony dig into Damien Chazelle's BABYLON, newly released in the U.K.One of the most divisive pictures of 2022, polarising American audiences, they discuss what they made of it--with and without spoilers--elements of the production, critical responses and the themes and ideas buried inside the film.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this special episode, Carl & Tony dig into Damien Chazelle's BABYLON, newly released in the U.K.

One of the most divisive pictures of 2022, polarising American audiences, they discuss what they made of it--with and without spoilers--elements of the production, critical responses and the themes and ideas buried inside the film.

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
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]]> 3342 no BAFTA 2023 Nominations, Frasier and Rodney & Box Office Green Shoots https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bafta-2023-nominations-frasier-and-rodney-box-office-green-shoots--52502943 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the BAFTA nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories.Also, they chat about the forthcoming FRASIER reboot, whether the casting of Nicholas Lyndhurst is as strange as it seems, and what they might expect from the show.Plus! Armed with stats and facts, Carl runs through the mega box office of AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER and the current state of cinema returns. Are we seeing another sea change approaching?New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 23 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 44 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the BAFTA nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories. Also, they chat about the forthcoming... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the BAFTA nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories.Also, they chat about the forthcoming FRASIER reboot, whether the casting of Nicholas Lyndhurst is as strange as it seems, and what they might expect from the show.Plus! Armed with stats and facts, Carl runs through the mega box office of AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER and the current state of cinema returns. Are we seeing another sea change approaching?New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:beyondthescreenpodListen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:1398503911Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony dig into the BAFTA nominations and look at some of the front runners in the main categories.

Also, they chat about the forthcoming FRASIER reboot, whether the casting of Nicholas Lyndhurst is as strange as it seems, and what they might expect from the show.

Plus! Armed with stats and facts, Carl runs through the mega box office of AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER and the current state of cinema returns. Are we seeing another sea change approaching?

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast:
beyondthescreenpod

Listen to Carl's THE MOVIE PALACE podcast:
1398503911

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2862 no Megalopolis Now, the Romeo & Juliet Lawsuit, The Rig & Empire of Light https://www.spreaker.com/episode/megalopolis-now-the-romeo-juliet-lawsuit-the-rig-empire-of-light--52459864 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the rumours of shooting difficulties around Francis Ford Coppola's MEGALOPOLIS - is this another APOCALYPSE NOW?Also, they discuss an AFI report about female representation in the silent movie era; a fascinating lawsuit around the 1968 Franco Zeffireli ROMEO & JULIET adaptation & the conversation subsequently about teenage exploitation in film.Plus! In What We've Been Watching, Carl unpicks Sam Mendes' EMPIRE OF LIGHT, while Tony praises to the hilt ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT, isn't sure about Amazon's THE RIG, and tears a strip off Steven Moffat's INSIDE MAN. The horror... the horror...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast talking AWAY WE GO:beyondthescreenpodEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 17 Jan 2023 07:19:22 -0000 full 43 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the rumours of shooting difficulties around Francis Ford Coppola's MEGALOPOLIS - is this another APOCALYPSE NOW? Also, they... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the rumours of shooting difficulties around Francis Ford Coppola's MEGALOPOLIS - is this another APOCALYPSE NOW?Also, they discuss an AFI report about female representation in the silent movie era; a fascinating lawsuit around the 1968 Franco Zeffireli ROMEO & JULIET adaptation & the conversation subsequently about teenage exploitation in film.Plus! In What We've Been Watching, Carl unpicks Sam Mendes' EMPIRE OF LIGHT, while Tony praises to the hilt ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT, isn't sure about Amazon's THE RIG, and tears a strip off Steven Moffat's INSIDE MAN. The horror... the horror...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comListen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast talking AWAY WE GO:beyondthescreenpodEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the rumours of shooting difficulties around Francis Ford Coppola's MEGALOPOLIS - is this another APOCALYPSE NOW?

Also, they discuss an AFI report about female representation in the silent movie era; a fascinating lawsuit around the 1968 Franco Zeffireli ROMEO & JULIET adaptation & the conversation subsequently about teenage exploitation in film.

Plus! In What We've Been Watching, Carl unpicks Sam Mendes' EMPIRE OF LIGHT, while Tony praises to the hilt ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT, isn't sure about Amazon's THE RIG, and tears a strip off Steven Moffat's INSIDE MAN. The horror... the horror...

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday, with the odd Thursday bonus...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Listen to Tony's BEYOND THE SCREEN podcast talking AWAY WE GO:
beyondthescreenpod

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 3117 no Harry's Interview, Channel Four Saved & Oates on Hitchcock https://www.spreaker.com/episode/harry-s-interview-channel-four-saved-oates-on-hitchcock--52426243 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the interview of the moment - Prince Harry on ITV promoting his book. Will this help his reputation or hinder it?Also, they touch on the saving of Channel Four from privatisation and the UK government's approach to media regulation currently, plus they look at an incendiary tweet from author Joyce Carol Oates about the talent of Alfred Hitchcock. Carl mounts a defence but does it hold water?New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 16 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 42 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the interview of the moment - Prince Harry on ITV promoting his book. Will this help his reputation or hinder it? Also, they... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the interview of the moment - Prince Harry on ITV promoting his book. Will this help his reputation or hinder it?Also, they touch on the saving of Channel Four from privatisation and the UK government's approach to media regulation currently, plus they look at an incendiary tweet from author Joyce Carol Oates about the talent of Alfred Hitchcock. Carl mounts a defence but does it hold water?New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony & Carl discuss the interview of the moment - Prince Harry on ITV promoting his book. Will this help his reputation or hinder it?

Also, they touch on the saving of Channel Four from privatisation and the UK government's approach to media regulation currently, plus they look at an incendiary tweet from author Joyce Carol Oates about the talent of Alfred Hitchcock. Carl mounts a defence but does it hold water?

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Tony Black

Co-Host
Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.com

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made this Twitter: @we_madethis
Website: wemadethisnetwork.com

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]]> 2425 no Netflix's Password Saga, We Made This' Greatest Films of All Time & Star Trek: Deep Space Nine @ 30 https://www.spreaker.com/episode/netflix-s-password-saga-we-made-this-greatest-films-of-all-time-star-trek-deep-space-nine-30--52382702 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the ongoing saga around Netflix and password sharing, discussing the phenomenon more generally and whether it could contribute to a burst in the streaming bubble; they reveal the Top 10 Greatest Films of All Time as voted by the We Made This podcast network community; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl waxes lyrical about the BBC's SHERWOOD & Tony gets nostalgic as STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE celebrates 30 years of age.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comJoin the We Made This Discord community:https://discord.gg/qWgqpVr9bmEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 10 Jan 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 41 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the ongoing saga around Netflix and password sharing, discussing the phenomenon more generally and whether it could contribute... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the ongoing saga around Netflix and password sharing, discussing the phenomenon more generally and whether it could contribute to a burst in the streaming bubble; they reveal the Top 10 Greatest Films of All Time as voted by the We Made This podcast network community; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl waxes lyrical about the BBC's SHERWOOD & Tony gets nostalgic as STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE celebrates 30 years of age.New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / https://ajblackwriter.substack.comJoin the We Made This Discord community:https://discord.gg/qWgqpVr9bmEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl & Tony discuss the ongoing saga around Netflix and password sharing, discussing the phenomenon more generally and whether it could contribute to a burst in the streaming bubble; they reveal the Top 10 Greatest Films of All Time as voted by the We Made This podcast network community; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl waxes lyrical about the BBC's SHERWOOD & Tony gets nostalgic as STAR TREK: DEEP SPACE NINE celebrates 30 years of age.

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

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]]> 2579 no Preview Discourse: Coming Soon in 2023... https://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-discourse-coming-soon-in-2023--52364913 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as 2023 arrives, we look forward at the possible TV & movie highlights to come of the year.Carl & Tony look at movies that excite them coming soon, and TV shows; they consider whether the movie industry is continuing to recover post-COVID; plus they take more of a detailed glance at the trailers for INDIANA JONES & THE DIAL OF DESTINY, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING & OPPENHEIMER...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 09 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 40 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, as 2023 arrives, we look forward at the possible TV & movie highlights to come of the year. Carl & Tony look at movies that excite them coming... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as 2023 arrives, we look forward at the possible TV & movie highlights to come of the year.Carl & Tony look at movies that excite them coming soon, and TV shows; they consider whether the movie industry is continuing to recover post-COVID; plus they take more of a detailed glance at the trailers for INDIANA JONES & THE DIAL OF DESTINY, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING & OPPENHEIMER...New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriter / Email us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethisWebsite: wemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, as 2023 arrives, we look forward at the possible TV & movie highlights to come of the year.

Carl & Tony look at movies that excite them coming soon, and TV shows; they consider whether the movie industry is continuing to recover post-COVID; plus they take more of a detailed glance at the trailers for INDIANA JONES & THE DIAL OF DESTINY, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: DEAD RECKONING & OPPENHEIMER...

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor
Carl Sweeney

Co-Host
Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
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]]> 2966 no The Best Discourse of 2022 (Part 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-best-discourse-of-2022-part-2--52333850 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year.Tony & Carl have picked five topics each, spread over this and the previous episode, and here conversation includes an RIP section for those lost in 2022, when the late Queen Elizabeth II met Paddington bear, Johnny vs Amber, the horror of Clarkson & British media, and more!New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweerneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 03 Jan 2023 06:00:03 -0000 full 39 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year. Tony &... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year.Tony & Carl have picked five topics each, spread over this and the previous episode, and here conversation includes an RIP section for those lost in 2022, when the late Queen Elizabeth II met Paddington bear, Johnny vs Amber, the horror of Clarkson & British media, and more!New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweerneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year.

Tony & Carl have picked five topics each, spread over this and the previous episode, and here conversation includes an RIP section for those lost in 2022, when the late Queen Elizabeth II met Paddington bear, Johnny vs Amber, the horror of Clarkson & British media, and more!

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweerney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
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]]> 3090 no The Best Discourse of 2022 (Part 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-best-discourse-of-2022-part-1--52313519 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year.Tony & Carl have picked five topics each, spread over the next two episodes, and here conversation includes the Will Smith 'Slapgate' fiasco at the Oscars; Kate Bush running up that hill again to STRANGER THINGS, Paul McCartney's barnstorming Glastonbury set, and more!New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... HostTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweerneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 02 Jan 2023 06:00:02 -0000 full 38 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year. Tony &... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year.Tony & Carl have picked five topics each, spread over the next two episodes, and here conversation includes the Will Smith 'Slapgate' fiasco at the Oscars; Kate Bush running up that hill again to STRANGER THINGS, Paul McCartney's barnstorming Glastonbury set, and more!New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday... HostTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweerneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, as 2023 begins, we look back on the best cultural discourse of 2022 which has encompassed some of the most interesting moments of the year.

Tony & Carl have picked five topics each, spread over the next two episodes, and here conversation includes the Will Smith 'Slapgate' fiasco at the Oscars; Kate Bush running up that hill again to STRANGER THINGS, Paul McCartney's barnstorming Glastonbury set, and more!

New episodes of The Discourse drop each week every Monday and Tuesday...

Host

Tony Black

Co-Host / Editor

Carl Sweerney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter

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]]> 2906 no Cinematic Discourse: Carl's Greatest 10 Films of All Time https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-carl-s-greatest-10-films-of-all-time--52274319 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists.Carl's turn this time with a list containing a range of pictures both celebrated, such as PSYCHO, and underrated.A very Happy New Year and we'll see you in 2023!HostTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweerneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 28 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 37 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists. Carl's turn this time... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists.Carl's turn this time with a list containing a range of pictures both celebrated, such as PSYCHO, and underrated.A very Happy New Year and we'll see you in 2023!HostTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweerneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists.

Carl's turn this time with a list containing a range of pictures both celebrated, such as PSYCHO, and underrated.

A very Happy New Year and we'll see you in 2023!

Host

Tony Black

Co-Host / Editor

Carl Sweerney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter

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]]> 2311 no Cinematic Discourse: Tony's Greatest 10 Films of All Time https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-tony-s-greatest-10-films-of-all-time--52270789 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists.Tony goes first with a list containing well-canonised pictures such as 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY & THE GODFATHER, plus a fair few surprises...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 27 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 36 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists. Tony goes first with a... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists.Tony goes first with a list containing well-canonised pictures such as 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY & THE GODFATHER, plus a fair few surprises...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, as we end 2022, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black create their own Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time lists.

Tony goes first with a list containing well-canonised pictures such as 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY & THE GODFATHER, plus a fair few surprises...

Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
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]]> 2659 no Christmas Discourse! Festive Special 2022 https://www.spreaker.com/episode/christmas-discourse-festive-special-2022--52251678 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a festive special, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black chat about all things Christmas!What kind of Christmas movie/TV traditions do they have? What do they have to recommend that might be on TV this festive season? And most crucially, is DIE HARD a Christmas film or not? All this and more.We hope you all have a very Merry Christmas & thanks as ever for listening!Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Fri, 23 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 35 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In a festive special, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black chat about all things Christmas! What kind of Christmas movie/TV traditions do they have? What do they... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a festive special, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black chat about all things Christmas!What kind of Christmas movie/TV traditions do they have? What do they have to recommend that might be on TV this festive season? And most crucially, is DIE HARD a Christmas film or not? All this and more.We hope you all have a very Merry Christmas & thanks as ever for listening!Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a festive special, your hosts Carl Sweeney & Tony Black chat about all things Christmas!

What kind of Christmas movie/TV traditions do they have? What do they have to recommend that might be on TV this festive season? And most crucially, is DIE HARD a Christmas film or not? All this and more.

We hope you all have a very Merry Christmas & thanks as ever for listening!

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

Email us:
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Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 2446 no Cinematic Discourse: Avatar - The Way of Water Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-avatar-the-way-of-water-special--52251442 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on James Cameron's long-awaited AVATAR sequel, THE WAY OF WATER.They discuss the first movie and the legacy of that film, The Way of Water's box office so far, plus non-spoilery and spoilery discussions of the new movie itself..Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 22 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 34 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on James Cameron's long-awaited AVATAR sequel, THE WAY OF WATER. They discuss the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on James Cameron's long-awaited AVATAR sequel, THE WAY OF WATER.They discuss the first movie and the legacy of that film, The Way of Water's box office so far, plus non-spoilery and spoilery discussions of the new movie itself..Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on James Cameron's long-awaited AVATAR sequel, THE WAY OF WATER.

They discuss the first movie and the legacy of that film, The Way of Water's box office so far, plus non-spoilery and spoilery discussions of the new movie itself.
.
Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

Email us:
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Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 2890 no HBO Rejects, DC Shenanigans, Jeanne Dielman & The White Lotus https://www.spreaker.com/episode/hbo-rejects-dc-shenanigans-jeanne-dielman-the-white-lotus--52218624 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss HBO's recent rejection of several key series from their service, such as WESTWORLD, and the implications, plus they talk about DC & Warner Bros rejection of Henry Cavill and Superman and how The Rock has reacted to it; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl enjoys Mike White's THE WHITE LOTUS and dissects Chantal Akerman's recently reappreciated JEANNE DIELMAN, while Tony waxes lyrical about the first series of Sally Wainwright's HAPPY VALLEY...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 20 Dec 2022 06:00:03 -0000 full 33 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss HBO's recent rejection of several key series from their service, such as WESTWORLD, and the implications, plus... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss HBO's recent rejection of several key series from their service, such as WESTWORLD, and the implications, plus they talk about DC & Warner Bros rejection of Henry Cavill and Superman and how The Rock has reacted to it; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl enjoys Mike White's THE WHITE LOTUS and dissects Chantal Akerman's recently reappreciated JEANNE DIELMAN, while Tony waxes lyrical about the first series of Sally Wainwright's HAPPY VALLEY...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss HBO's recent rejection of several key series from their service, such as WESTWORLD, and the implications, plus they talk about DC & Warner Bros rejection of Henry Cavill and Superman and how The Rock has reacted to it; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl enjoys Mike White's THE WHITE LOTUS and dissects Chantal Akerman's recently reappreciated JEANNE DIELMAN, while Tony waxes lyrical about the first series of Sally Wainwright's HAPPY VALLEY...

Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Carl: @CKJSweeney
Tony: @ajblackwriter

Email us:
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Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 2918 no Royal Discourse: Harry & Meghan Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/royal-discourse-harry-meghan-special--52217569 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney are back in Royal territory as they discuss HARRY & MEGHAN - the new 6-part Netflix documentary telling their story. They unpick how the show works, what it is saying, and how it has been received...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:00:03 -0000 full 32 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney are back in Royal territory as they discuss HARRY & MEGHAN - the new 6-part Netflix documentary telling their story.... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney are back in Royal territory as they discuss HARRY & MEGHAN - the new 6-part Netflix documentary telling their story. They unpick how the show works, what it is saying, and how it has been received...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-Host / EditorCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney are back in Royal territory as they discuss HARRY & MEGHAN - the new 6-part Netflix documentary telling their story. They unpick how the show works, what it is saying, and how it has been received...

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]]> 2684 no Older Discourse: James Bond in Spectre - 5 Years On (Part 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-james-bond-in-spectre-5-years-on-part-2--52090902 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the James Bond film SPECTRE, recorded in late 2020, re-examining the film with five years distance.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 13 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 31 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the James Bond film SPECTRE, recorded in late 2020, re-examining the film with five years distance.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the James Bond film SPECTRE, recorded in late 2020, re-examining the film with five years distance.

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]]> 3386 no Older Discourse: James Bond in Spectre - 5 Years On (Part 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-james-bond-in-spectre-5-years-on-part-1--52090871 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the James Bond film SPECTRE, recorded in late 2020, re-examining the film with five years distance.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 12 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 30 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the James Bond film SPECTRE, recorded in late 2020, re-examining the film with five years distance.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the James Bond film SPECTRE, recorded in late 2020, re-examining the film with five years distance.

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]]> 3150 no Cinematic Discourse: Glass Onion Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-glass-onion-special--52090648 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Rian Johnson's hotly anticipated sequel, GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY.They discuss Netflix's intriguing box office distribution strategy and dig into the film in non-spoilery and finally spoilery fashion, exploring many of the timely themes and ideas rippling through the film....Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 06 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 29 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Rian Johnson's hotly anticipated sequel, GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY. They... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Rian Johnson's hotly anticipated sequel, GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY.They discuss Netflix's intriguing box office distribution strategy and dig into the film in non-spoilery and finally spoilery fashion, exploring many of the timely themes and ideas rippling through the film....Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Rian Johnson's hotly anticipated sequel, GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY.

They discuss Netflix's intriguing box office distribution strategy and dig into the film in non-spoilery and finally spoilery fashion, exploring many of the timely themes and ideas rippling through the film...
.
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]]> 2477 no Sight & Sound's Greatest Films of All Time Poll 2022 https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sight-sound-s-greatest-films-of-all-time-poll-2022--52090632 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black focus on one specific topic that has rocked the online film world this week - the results of the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time Poll 2022, which only comes around every 10 years.They get into the surprising new #1, what films has arrived and have departed, the initial discourse around the list, and the Director's Poll from auteurs and how that differs from the critics Top 10.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 05 Dec 2022 06:00:03 -0000 full 28 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black focus on one specific topic that has rocked the online film world this week - the results of the Sight & Sound... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black focus on one specific topic that has rocked the online film world this week - the results of the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time Poll 2022, which only comes around every 10 years.They get into the surprising new #1, what films has arrived and have departed, the initial discourse around the list, and the Director's Poll from auteurs and how that differs from the critics Top 10.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black focus on one specific topic that has rocked the online film world this week - the results of the Sight & Sound Greatest Films of All Time Poll 2022, which only comes around every 10 years.

They get into the surprising new #1, what films has arrived and have departed, the initial discourse around the list, and the Director's Poll from auteurs and how that differs from the critics Top 10.

Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

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]]> 2915 no She Said & the Awards Season Problem, Triangle of Sadness & Deadstream https://www.spreaker.com/episode/she-said-the-awards-season-problem-triangle-of-sadness-deadstream--52021910 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss the recent commercial failure of SHE SAID and the broader problem with 'awards season' movies struggling at the box office; Tony is indulged in talking about his #WorldCupConneryFilms tournament on Twitter to tie in with his book THE CINEMATIC CONNERY; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl finds Ruben Ostlund's TRIANGLE OF SADNESS a mixed bag while Tony has a great deal of fun with Shudder's found footage lampoon, DEADSTREAM.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 01 Dec 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 27 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss the recent commercial failure of SHE SAID and the broader problem with 'awards season' movies struggling at the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss the recent commercial failure of SHE SAID and the broader problem with 'awards season' movies struggling at the box office; Tony is indulged in talking about his #WorldCupConneryFilms tournament on Twitter to tie in with his book THE CINEMATIC CONNERY; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl finds Ruben Ostlund's TRIANGLE OF SADNESS a mixed bag while Tony has a great deal of fun with Shudder's found footage lampoon, DEADSTREAM.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss the recent commercial failure of SHE SAID and the broader problem with 'awards season' movies struggling at the box office; Tony is indulged in talking about his #WorldCupConneryFilms tournament on Twitter to tie in with his book THE CINEMATIC CONNERY; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl finds Ruben Ostlund's TRIANGLE OF SADNESS a mixed bag while Tony has a great deal of fun with Shudder's found footage lampoon, DEADSTREAM.

Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

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]]> 2181 no Tarantino vs Captain America, Ancient Apocalypse & Die Another Day @ 20 https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tarantino-vs-captain-america-ancient-apocalypse-die-another-day-20--52018914 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about Quentin Tarantino's recent comments about Marvel, the commodification of the movie star and how we're in a cinematic nadir; look at Netflix's bonkers ANCIENT APOCALYPSE 'documentary' and wonder how much conspiracy theory is infiltrating mainstream entertainment; and they 'celebrate' 20 years of DIE ANOTHER DAY with one important question - is it still rubbish?Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 29 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 26 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about Quentin Tarantino's recent comments about Marvel, the commodification of the movie star and how we're in a... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about Quentin Tarantino's recent comments about Marvel, the commodification of the movie star and how we're in a cinematic nadir; look at Netflix's bonkers ANCIENT APOCALYPSE 'documentary' and wonder how much conspiracy theory is infiltrating mainstream entertainment; and they 'celebrate' 20 years of DIE ANOTHER DAY with one important question - is it still rubbish?Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about Quentin Tarantino's recent comments about Marvel, the commodification of the movie star and how we're in a cinematic nadir; look at Netflix's bonkers ANCIENT APOCALYPSE 'documentary' and wonder how much conspiracy theory is infiltrating mainstream entertainment; and they 'celebrate' 20 years of DIE ANOTHER DAY with one important question - is it still rubbish?

Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

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]]> 2525 no Footy Discourse: World Cup 2022 Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/footy-discourse-world-cup-2022-special--52018604 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, it's on your head son, not off your head son, as hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney dig into football all the way in a special episode chatting about the Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022.They get into whether they're big footy fans, stories about watching England games, controversies including David Beckham & Qatar, One Love armbands and social justice, discuss the coverage and commentary from the BBC & ITV, plus ask the all important question - it is coming home?Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 28 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 25 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, it's on your head son, not off your head son, as hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney dig into football all the way in a special episode chatting about... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, it's on your head son, not off your head son, as hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney dig into football all the way in a special episode chatting about the Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022.They get into whether they're big footy fans, stories about watching England games, controversies including David Beckham & Qatar, One Love armbands and social justice, discuss the coverage and commentary from the BBC & ITV, plus ask the all important question - it is coming home?Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, it's on your head son, not off your head son, as hosts Tony Black & Carl Sweeney dig into football all the way in a special episode chatting about the Qatar FIFA World Cup 2022.

They get into whether they're big footy fans, stories about watching England games, controversies including David Beckham & Qatar, One Love armbands and social justice, discuss the coverage and commentary from the BBC & ITV, plus ask the all important question - it is coming home?

Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

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Carl Sweeney

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]]> 2713 no Spectre in Concert, Amazon's Neighbours, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever & The English https://www.spreaker.com/episode/spectre-in-concert-amazon-s-neighbours-black-panther-wakanda-forever-the-english--51954402 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, still broadcasting live from London (in this case Paddington station), discuss their experience watching James Bond flick SPECTRE in concert at the Royal Albert Hall; chat about Daniel Craig selling Belvedere vodka and where his post-Bond career might go; unpick just why Amazon have saved Australian soap opera NEIGHBOURS; and in What We've Been Watching, Tony digs into BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER while Carl tells us why THE ENGLISH is worth a look.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 22 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 24 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, still broadcasting live from London (in this case Paddington station), discuss their experience watching James Bond... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, still broadcasting live from London (in this case Paddington station), discuss their experience watching James Bond flick SPECTRE in concert at the Royal Albert Hall; chat about Daniel Craig selling Belvedere vodka and where his post-Bond career might go; unpick just why Amazon have saved Australian soap opera NEIGHBOURS; and in What We've Been Watching, Tony digs into BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER while Carl tells us why THE ENGLISH is worth a look.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, still broadcasting live from London (in this case Paddington station), discuss their experience watching James Bond flick SPECTRE in concert at the Royal Albert Hall; chat about Daniel Craig selling Belvedere vodka and where his post-Bond career might go; unpick just why Amazon have saved Australian soap opera NEIGHBOURS; and in What We've Been Watching, Tony digs into BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER while Carl tells us why THE ENGLISH is worth a look.

Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

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Carl Sweeney

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Tony Black

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]]> 2714 no Royal Discourse: The Crown Special (Live from London) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/royal-discourse-the-crown-special-live-from-london--51954319 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black are recording live in London in the shadow of some historical Royal monuments to, appropriately, unpick Season 5 of THE CROWN - thoughts on the season, discussion of controversies, and how accurately it relates to history.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 21 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 23 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black are recording live in London in the shadow of some historical Royal monuments to, appropriately, unpick Season 5 of THE... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black are recording live in London in the shadow of some historical Royal monuments to, appropriately, unpick Season 5 of THE CROWN - thoughts on the season, discussion of controversies, and how accurately it relates to history.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black are recording live in London in the shadow of some historical Royal monuments to, appropriately, unpick Season 5 of THE CROWN - thoughts on the season, discussion of controversies, and how accurately it relates to history.

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]]> 2561 no The Last Days of Twitter, Adventures at the MAC, Case 63 & Barbarian https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-last-days-of-twitter-adventures-at-the-mac-case-63-barbarian--51877458 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about their recent events at the Midland Arts Centre in Birmingham involving the Square Eyes TV festival and Film Stories Live; they unpick the possible collapse of Twitter, the rise of Mastodon and how it might impact the discourse; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats about Spotify audio drama CASE 63, while Tony waxes lyrical about new horror flick BARBARIAN and mentions new football documentary, ITALIA 90: WHEN FOOTBALL CHANGED FOREVER...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 15 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 22 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about their recent events at the Midland Arts Centre in Birmingham involving the Square Eyes TV festival and Film... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about their recent events at the Midland Arts Centre in Birmingham involving the Square Eyes TV festival and Film Stories Live; they unpick the possible collapse of Twitter, the rise of Mastodon and how it might impact the discourse; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats about Spotify audio drama CASE 63, while Tony waxes lyrical about new horror flick BARBARIAN and mentions new football documentary, ITALIA 90: WHEN FOOTBALL CHANGED FOREVER...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, chat about their recent events at the Midland Arts Centre in Birmingham involving the Square Eyes TV festival and Film Stories Live; they unpick the possible collapse of Twitter, the rise of Mastodon and how it might impact the discourse; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats about Spotify audio drama CASE 63, while Tony waxes lyrical about new horror flick BARBARIAN and mentions new football documentary, ITALIA 90: WHEN FOOTBALL CHANGED FOREVER...

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]]> 2580 no The Light House Goes Out, Oh Danny Boy(le) & Indy on TV https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-light-house-goes-out-oh-danny-boy-le-indy-on-tv--51871236 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney discuss the collapse of Wolverhampton's Light House cinema and the broader decay of the British arts scene; Danny Boyle's contentious comments about British filmmakers to the BFI; the possibility of an Indiana Jones TV show; and a brief tribute to British comedy legend Leslie Phillips. Ding dong!Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 14 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 21 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney discuss the collapse of Wolverhampton's Light House cinema and the broader decay of the British arts scene; Danny Boyle's... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney discuss the collapse of Wolverhampton's Light House cinema and the broader decay of the British arts scene; Danny Boyle's contentious comments about British filmmakers to the BFI; the possibility of an Indiana Jones TV show; and a brief tribute to British comedy legend Leslie Phillips. Ding dong!Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney discuss the collapse of Wolverhampton's Light House cinema and the broader decay of the British arts scene; Danny Boyle's contentious comments about British filmmakers to the BFI; the possibility of an Indiana Jones TV show; and a brief tribute to British comedy legend Leslie Phillips. Ding dong!

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]]> 2658 no Older Discourse: A Tribute to Chadwick Boseman (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-a-tribute-to-chadwick-boseman-pt-2--51793689 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the passing of Chadwick Boseman, given the imminent release of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 08 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 20 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the passing of Chadwick Boseman, given the imminent release of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the passing of Chadwick Boseman, given the imminent release of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER.

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]]> 2145 no Older Discourse: A Tribute to Chadwick Boseman (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-a-tribute-to-chadwick-boseman-pt-1--51793446 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the passing of Chadwick Boseman, given the imminent release of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 07 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 19 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the passing of Chadwick Boseman, given the imminent release of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about the passing of Chadwick Boseman, given the imminent release of BLACK PANTHER: WAKANDA FOREVER.

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]]> 2249 no Oscars Be Cool, Kanye's Descent & The Devil's Hour https://www.spreaker.com/episode/oscars-be-cool-kanye-s-descent-the-devil-s-hour--51756789 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the accusation that the Academy Awards need to be 'cooler'; the descent of Kanye West as he goes to war on Quentin Tarantino & DJANGO UNCHAINED; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats about Martin McDonagh's new picture THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN, while Tony waxes lyrical about new Amazon series THE DEVIL'S HOUR...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 03 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 18 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the accusation that the Academy Awards need to be 'cooler'; the descent of Kanye West as he goes to war on Quentin... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the accusation that the Academy Awards need to be 'cooler'; the descent of Kanye West as he goes to war on Quentin Tarantino & DJANGO UNCHAINED; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats about Martin McDonagh's new picture THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN, while Tony waxes lyrical about new Amazon series THE DEVIL'S HOUR...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the accusation that the Academy Awards need to be 'cooler'; the descent of Kanye West as he goes to war on Quentin Tarantino & DJANGO UNCHAINED; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats about Martin McDonagh's new picture THE BANSHEES OF INISHERIN, while Tony waxes lyrical about new Amazon series THE DEVIL'S HOUR...

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]]> 2607 no Black Adam Blowback, The Disney Whoniverse & Gunning for DC https://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-adam-blowback-the-disney-whoniverse-gunning-for-dc--51740247 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the online reaction to Black Adam, as well as recent developments in the world of Doctor Who and the new role for James Gunn at DC.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host/EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 01 Nov 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 17 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the online reaction to Black Adam, as well as recent developments in the world of Doctor Who and the new role for... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the online reaction to Black Adam, as well as recent developments in the world of Doctor Who and the new role for James Gunn at DC.Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host/EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss the online reaction to Black Adam, as well as recent developments in the world of Doctor Who and the new role for James Gunn at DC.

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]]> 2391 no Horrific Discourse: Halloween Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/horrific-discourse-halloween-special--51732032 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this Halloween special, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss Halloween Ends and the Halloween series in general; John Carpenter and 'elevated horror'; the box-office performance of recent horror films including Smile; and the horror films they've been watching recently...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host/EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 31 Oct 2022 06:00:02 -0000 full 16 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In this Halloween special, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss Halloween Ends and the Halloween series in general; John Carpenter and 'elevated horror'; the box-office... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In this Halloween special, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss Halloween Ends and the Halloween series in general; John Carpenter and 'elevated horror'; the box-office performance of recent horror films including Smile; and the horror films they've been watching recently...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host/EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseCarl: @CKJSweeneyTony: @ajblackwriterEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made this Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlinvia epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Halloween special, Carl Sweeney and Tony Black discuss Halloween Ends and the Halloween series in general; John Carpenter and 'elevated horror'; the box-office performance of recent horror films including Smile; and the horror films they've been watching recently...

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]]> 2731 no John Major's Crown Beef, Alan Moore's Watchmen Beef & Adam Curtis' Russia https://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-major-s-crown-beef-alan-moore-s-watchmen-beef-adam-curtis-russia--51669978 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including John Major's frustration at THE CROWN's upcoming depiction of him; Alan Moore's frustration at the new HBO WATCHMEN series from 2019; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats Apple's thriller BAD SISTERS while Tony extols the virtues of Adam Curtis' latest visual archive essays, RUSSIA 1985-1999: TRAUMAZONE...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 25 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 15 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including John Major's frustration at THE CROWN's upcoming depiction of him; Alan Moore's frustration at the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including John Major's frustration at THE CROWN's upcoming depiction of him; Alan Moore's frustration at the new HBO WATCHMEN series from 2019; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats Apple's thriller BAD SISTERS while Tony extols the virtues of Adam Curtis' latest visual archive essays, RUSSIA 1985-1999: TRAUMAZONE...Join us every week for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including John Major's frustration at THE CROWN's upcoming depiction of him; Alan Moore's frustration at the new HBO WATCHMEN series from 2019; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats Apple's thriller BAD SISTERS while Tony extols the virtues of Adam Curtis' latest visual archive essays, RUSSIA 1985-1999: TRAUMAZONE...

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]]> 2469 no BBC @ 100, RIP Angela and Robbie & the State of Netflix https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bbc-100-rip-angela-and-robbie-the-state-of-netflix--51638952 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the 100th anniversary of the BBC, its relevance and where it might head going forward; eulogise the recent passing of Dame Angela Lansbury and Robbie Coltrane; and consider Netflix - their new ad tiers, their boost in subscribers and their growing transparency in viewing figures...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 24 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 14 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the 100th anniversary of the BBC, its relevance and where it might head going forward; eulogise the... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the 100th anniversary of the BBC, its relevance and where it might head going forward; eulogise the recent passing of Dame Angela Lansbury and Robbie Coltrane; and consider Netflix - their new ad tiers, their boost in subscribers and their growing transparency in viewing figures...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the 100th anniversary of the BBC, its relevance and where it might head going forward; eulogise the recent passing of Dame Angela Lansbury and Robbie Coltrane; and consider Netflix - their new ad tiers, their boost in subscribers and their growing transparency in viewing figures...

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

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Tony Black

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Carl Sweeney

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]]> 2268 no Older Discourse: Our Favourite 5 Movies (Pt 2) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-our-favourite-5-movies-pt-2--51538976 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about their favourite 5 movies ever...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 18 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 13 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about their favourite 5 movies ever...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the second of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about their favourite 5 movies ever...

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
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Tony: @ajblackwriter
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Buy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:
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]]> 3184 no Older Discourse: Our Favourite 5 Movies (Pt 1) https://www.spreaker.com/episode/older-discourse-our-favourite-5-movies-pt-1--51538821 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about their favourite 5 movies ever...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 17 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 12 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast,... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about their favourite 5 movies ever...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, cheat a bit this week by presenting a classic bit of discourse - the first of a two-part chat for their previous podcast, Motion Pictures, talking about their favourite 5 movies ever...

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

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Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

Email us:
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Buy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:
https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/

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]]> 3014 no Cinematic Discourse: 60 Years of James Bond https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-60-years-of-james-bond--51517674 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, focus in on the 60th anniversary of James Bond.They touch on The Sound of 007 documentary and the Music of 007 concert from the Royal Albert Hall on Amazon Prime, Amazon's release of the Bond canon on their service, give their own thoughts on Bond hitting 60 and their relationship to it, and discuss a Variety piece on future Bond candidates and wonder who might step into Daniel Craig's big shoes...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comListen to Tony & Carl talk Bond on The Movie Palace:Dr. No: https://pca.st/oee1itx0Goldfinger: https://pca.st/k23xdmtaSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 13 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 11 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, focus in on the 60th anniversary of James Bond. They touch on The Sound of 007... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, focus in on the 60th anniversary of James Bond.They touch on The Sound of 007 documentary and the Music of 007 concert from the Royal Albert Hall on Amazon Prime, Amazon's release of the Bond canon on their service, give their own thoughts on Bond hitting 60 and their relationship to it, and discuss a Variety piece on future Bond candidates and wonder who might step into Daniel Craig's big shoes...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comListen to Tony & Carl talk Bond on The Movie Palace:Dr. No: https://pca.st/oee1itx0Goldfinger: https://pca.st/k23xdmtaSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, focus in on the 60th anniversary of James Bond.

They touch on The Sound of 007 documentary and the Music of 007 concert from the Royal Albert Hall on Amazon Prime, Amazon's release of the Bond canon on their service, give their own thoughts on Bond hitting 60 and their relationship to it, and discuss a Variety piece on future Bond candidates and wonder who might step into Daniel Craig's big shoes...

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Listen to Tony & Carl talk Bond on The Movie Palace:
Dr. No: https://pca.st/oee1itx0
Goldfinger: https://pca.st/k23xdmta

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made This on Twitter: @we_madethis
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]]> 2162 no The Cinematic Connery, Sight & Sound Greatest Films List Preview & Super Mario Bros https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cinematic-connery-sight-sound-greatest-films-list-preview-super-mario-bros--51516049 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including the Sight & Sound Greatest 100 Films ever list, previewing the new 10-yearly list and giving a potted history; discuss Tony's new book, released October 13th, THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats Covid political drama THIS ENGLAND and political reality MAKE ME PRIME MINISTER, while Tony explains why Chris Pratt's accent for the upcoming new SUPER MARIO BROS films led him to the horror, the horror of the 1993 original.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking 60 Years of James Bond...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 10 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including the Sight & Sound Greatest 100 Films ever list, previewing the new 10-yearly list and giving a... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including the Sight & Sound Greatest 100 Films ever list, previewing the new 10-yearly list and giving a potted history; discuss Tony's new book, released October 13th, THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats Covid political drama THIS ENGLAND and political reality MAKE ME PRIME MINISTER, while Tony explains why Chris Pratt's accent for the upcoming new SUPER MARIO BROS films led him to the horror, the horror of the 1993 original.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking 60 Years of James Bond...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comBuy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including the Sight & Sound Greatest 100 Films ever list, previewing the new 10-yearly list and giving a potted history; discuss Tony's new book, released October 13th, THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl chats Covid political drama THIS ENGLAND and political reality MAKE ME PRIME MINISTER, while Tony explains why Chris Pratt's accent for the upcoming new SUPER MARIO BROS films led him to the horror, the horror of the 1993 original.

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking 60 Years of James Bond...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Buy THE CINEMATIC CONNERY: THE FILMS OF SIR SEAN CONNERY:
https://culturalconversation.co.uk/the-cinematic-connery/

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 2559 no The 'Endgamification' of Film Casting, David O (dear) Russell & Sean Egan vs Martin Scorsese https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-endgamification-of-film-casting-david-o-dear-russell-sean-egan-vs-martin-scorsese--51513999 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including Alissa Wilkinson's Vox piece discussing AMSTERDAM, GLASS ONION & how AVENGERS: ENDGAME influenced film casting; the problematic David O. Russell; and just who is Sean Egan and why is he slamming the worst of takes down on Martin Scorsese?Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking 60 Years of James Bond...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 9 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including Alissa Wilkinson's Vox piece discussing AMSTERDAM, GLASS ONION & how AVENGERS: ENDGAME... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including Alissa Wilkinson's Vox piece discussing AMSTERDAM, GLASS ONION & how AVENGERS: ENDGAME influenced film casting; the problematic David O. Russell; and just who is Sean Egan and why is he slamming the worst of takes down on Martin Scorsese?Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking 60 Years of James Bond...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Carl Sweeney & Tony Black, discuss topics including Alissa Wilkinson's Vox piece discussing AMSTERDAM, GLASS ONION & how AVENGERS: ENDGAME influenced film casting; the problematic David O. Russell; and just who is Sean Egan and why is he slamming the worst of takes down on Martin Scorsese?

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking 60 Years of James Bond...

Host / Editor

Carl Sweeney

Co-Host

Tony Black

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

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Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
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]]> 2321 no Cinematic Discourse: Blonde Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-blonde-special--51467313 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Andrew Dominik's controversial drama, BLONDE.They briefly touch on thoughts about the film before diving into the critical and cultural reaction - is it exploitation? Is it disrespectful and abusive toward Marilyn Monroe? Is it even pro-life? We try and find out.For a more detailed discussion on BLONDE with Tony & Carl, subscribe to PARTISAN podcast and follow @partisanpod_ on Twitter.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 06 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 8 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Andrew Dominik's controversial drama, BLONDE. They briefly touch on... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Andrew Dominik's controversial drama, BLONDE.They briefly touch on thoughts about the film before diving into the critical and cultural reaction - is it exploitation? Is it disrespectful and abusive toward Marilyn Monroe? Is it even pro-life? We try and find out.For a more detailed discussion on BLONDE with Tony & Carl, subscribe to PARTISAN podcast and follow @partisanpod_ on Twitter.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Andrew Dominik's controversial drama, BLONDE.

They briefly touch on thoughts about the film before diving into the critical and cultural reaction - is it exploitation? Is it disrespectful and abusive toward Marilyn Monroe? Is it even pro-life? We try and find out.

For a more detailed discussion on BLONDE with Tony & Carl, subscribe to PARTISAN podcast and follow @partisanpod_ on Twitter.

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made This on Twitter: @we_madethis
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]]> 2230 no Star Trek's Movie Woes, Avatar (again) & Bake Off! https://www.spreaker.com/episode/star-trek-s-movie-woes-avatar-again-bake-off--51437797 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the latest cancelled STAR TREK movie and the current state of that major franchise; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl discusses going to see AVATAR at the cinema & waxes lyrical about BORGEN, while Tony isn't sure about the new Daisy May Cooper comedy AM I BEING UNREASONABLE? but is delighted to see the return of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF!Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking the reaction to Andrew Dominik's controversial BLONDE...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 04 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 7 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the latest cancelled STAR TREK movie and the current state of that major franchise; and in What... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the latest cancelled STAR TREK movie and the current state of that major franchise; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl discusses going to see AVATAR at the cinema & waxes lyrical about BORGEN, while Tony isn't sure about the new Daisy May Cooper comedy AM I BEING UNREASONABLE? but is delighted to see the return of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF!Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking the reaction to Andrew Dominik's controversial BLONDE...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the latest cancelled STAR TREK movie and the current state of that major franchise; and in What We've Been Watching, Carl discusses going to see AVATAR at the cinema & waxes lyrical about BORGEN, while Tony isn't sure about the new Daisy May Cooper comedy AM I BEING UNREASONABLE? but is delighted to see the return of THE GREAT BRITISH BAKE OFF!

Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse... plus this week a bonus episode on Thursday talking the reaction to Andrew Dominik's controversial BLONDE...

Host / Editor

Tony Black

Co-Host

Carl Sweeney

Follow us on Twitter:
@podthediscourse
Tony: @ajblackwriter
Carl: @CKJSweeney

Email us:
contactthediscourse@gmail.com

Support the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:
www.patreon.com/wemadethis

We Made This on Twitter: @we_madethis
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]]> 2462 no Star Wars in Concert, Dominik on Blonde & the BFI's Screen Culture https://www.spreaker.com/episode/star-wars-in-concert-dominik-on-blonde-the-bfi-s-screen-culture--51437154 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including experiencing RETURN OF THE JEDI in concert at the Royal Albert Hall; James Earl Jones selling his voice rights to Disney; Andrew Dominik's controversial interview on his film BLONDE, and the BFI's Screen Culture initiative.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 03 Oct 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 6 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including experiencing RETURN OF THE JEDI in concert at the Royal Albert Hall; James Earl Jones selling his... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including experiencing RETURN OF THE JEDI in concert at the Royal Albert Hall; James Earl Jones selling his voice rights to Disney; Andrew Dominik's controversial interview on his film BLONDE, and the BFI's Screen Culture initiative.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including experiencing RETURN OF THE JEDI in concert at the Royal Albert Hall; James Earl Jones selling his voice rights to Disney; Andrew Dominik's controversial interview on his film BLONDE, and the BFI's Screen Culture initiative.

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]]> 2139 no Cinematic Discourse: Don't Worry Darling Special https://www.spreaker.com/episode/cinematic-discourse-don-t-worry-darling-special--51410895 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Olivia Wilde's recent thriller, DON'T WORRY DARLING.They follow up from a previous episode on gossip around the production, examine the box office figures so far, and get into their thoughts about the movie now they have both seen it..Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Thu, 29 Sep 2022 05:00:03 -0000 full 5 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Olivia Wilde's recent thriller, DON'T WORRY DARLING. They follow up from a... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Olivia Wilde's recent thriller, DON'T WORRY DARLING.They follow up from a previous episode on gossip around the production, examine the box office figures so far, and get into their thoughts about the movie now they have both seen it..Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...HostCarl SweeneyCo-Host / EditorTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In a special bonus episode this week, your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, focus in on Olivia Wilde's recent thriller, DON'T WORRY DARLING.

They follow up from a previous episode on gossip around the production, examine the box office figures so far, and get into their thoughts about the movie now they have both seen it.
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]]> 2102 no Bond's Ten-Year Plan, Spoiler Culture & House of the Dragon https://www.spreaker.com/episode/bond-s-ten-year-plan-spoiler-culture-house-of-the-dragon--51377241 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the future of the James Bond franchise based on recent statements; Marvel's SHE-HULK wilfully spoiling THE SOPRANOS and a broader discussion about spoiler culture, and in the What We've Been Watching segment, Carl gets into THE LAST MOVIE STARS & ANATOMY OF A SCANDAL while Tony talks GAME OF THRONES: HOUSE OF THE DRAGON and explains why he didn't love EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 27 Sep 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 4 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the future of the James Bond franchise based on recent statements; Marvel's SHE-HULK wilfully... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the future of the James Bond franchise based on recent statements; Marvel's SHE-HULK wilfully spoiling THE SOPRANOS and a broader discussion about spoiler culture, and in the What We've Been Watching segment, Carl gets into THE LAST MOVIE STARS & ANATOMY OF A SCANDAL while Tony talks GAME OF THRONES: HOUSE OF THE DRAGON and explains why he didn't love EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the future of the James Bond franchise based on recent statements; Marvel's SHE-HULK wilfully spoiling THE SOPRANOS and a broader discussion about spoiler culture, and in the What We've Been Watching segment, Carl gets into THE LAST MOVIE STARS & ANATOMY OF A SCANDAL while Tony talks GAME OF THRONES: HOUSE OF THE DRAGON and explains why he didn't love EVERYTHING EVERYWHERE ALL AT ONCE...

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]]> 2550 no Revisiting Avatar, Barren Box Office & the Queen's Funeral https://www.spreaker.com/episode/revisiting-avatar-barren-box-office-the-queen-s-funeral--51376043 Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the dearth of significant films at the box office over the summer & what that might mean for cinema; they revisit James Cameron's AVATAR as it enjoys a cinematic re-release and discuss its cultural relevance, and talk their experience watching the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:00:03 -0000 full 3 Film Stories Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the dearth of significant films at the box office over the summer & what that might mean for... Welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the dearth of significant films at the box office over the summer & what that might mean for cinema; they revisit James Cameron's AVATAR as it enjoys a cinematic re-release and discuss its cultural relevance, and talk their experience watching the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorCarl SweeneyCo-HostTony BlackFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discuss topics including the dearth of significant films at the box office over the summer & what that might mean for cinema; they revisit James Cameron's AVATAR as it enjoys a cinematic re-release and discuss its cultural relevance, and talk their experience watching the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II...

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]]> 2398 no Don't Worry Darling Drama, Tarantino vs Truffaut & Goodbye Godard https://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-worry-darling-drama-tarantino-vs-truffaut-goodbye-godard--51308982 A huge welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discussing topics including the fascinating drama behind Olivia Wilde's upcoming DON'T WORRY DARLING, Quentin Tarantino's controversial opinion on Francois Truffaut, the death of French New Wave icon director Jean-Luc Godard, and touch on what they've both recently been watching, including the recent thriller FALL and romantic potboiler WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Wed, 21 Sep 2022 05:00:02 -0000 full 2 Film Stories A huge welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discussing topics including the fascinating drama behind Olivia Wilde's upcoming DON'T WORRY DARLING, Quentin... A huge welcome back to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discussing topics including the fascinating drama behind Olivia Wilde's upcoming DON'T WORRY DARLING, Quentin Tarantino's controversial opinion on Francois Truffaut, the death of French New Wave icon director Jean-Luc Godard, and touch on what they've both recently been watching, including the recent thriller FALL and romantic potboiler WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING...Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, discussing topics including the fascinating drama behind Olivia Wilde's upcoming DON'T WORRY DARLING, Quentin Tarantino's controversial opinion on Francois Truffaut, the death of French New Wave icon director Jean-Luc Godard, and touch on what they've both recently been watching, including the recent thriller FALL and romantic potboiler WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING...

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]]> 2135 no Pam Grier, Jackie Brown & A Problematic 007 https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pam-grier-jackie-brown-a-problematic-007--51297025 A huge welcome to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, introduce themselves and give a flavour of what the podcast is, before discussing topics including the BFI season programming geared around Pam Grier, her starring role in Tarantino's Jackie Brown, and the problematic commentary of 007 legend George Lazenby.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Tue, 20 Sep 2022 05:00:03 -0000 full 1 Film Stories A huge welcome to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture. Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, introduce themselves and give a flavour of what the podcast is, before discussing topics including the BFI season... A huge welcome to THE DISCOURSE, a podcast about film, entertainment & culture.Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, introduce themselves and give a flavour of what the podcast is, before discussing topics including the BFI season programming geared around Pam Grier, her starring role in Tarantino's Jackie Brown, and the problematic commentary of 007 legend George Lazenby.Join us every Monday & Tuesday for brand new episodes digging into The Discourse...Host / EditorTony BlackCo-HostCarl SweeneyFollow us on Twitter:@podthediscourseTony: @ajblackwriterCarl: @CKJSweeneyEmail us:contactthediscourse@gmail.comSupport the We Made This podcast network on Patreon:www.patreon.com/wemadethisWe Made This on Twitter: @we_madethiswemadethisnetwork.comTitle music: The Subtle Ones (c) John Ahlin via epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Your hosts, Tony Black & Carl Sweeney, introduce themselves and give a flavour of what the podcast is, before discussing topics including the BFI season programming geared around Pam Grier, her starring role in Tarantino's Jackie Brown, and the problematic commentary of 007 legend George Lazenby.

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