Bad Movies Rule!

James and Clint hold down the fort (with Bob & Joe crashing later) for a stacked mailbag full of physical mail! Nathan delivers an unbelievable Last Action Hero Jack Slater standee that had the studio losing it, plus postcards, movie gifts, and fan letters. We dive into Bermuda Triangle suggestions, Fist of Jesus action, Freaked, car vs. bike movie debates, burning door science experiments, and more. Heartfelt stories, live show hype for Smokey Tony’s on July 25th, and plenty of laughs.

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Sylvester Stallone climbs into the cab, flips his hat backwards, and turns into a truck for the ultimate arm-wrestling father-son redemption tour in Over the Top (1987)! We’re hauling a full load of sweaty truck stops, Kenny Loggins montages, military school attitude, and real-life arm wrestling legends as we finally tackle the movie you’ve been begging us to cover.

Join James, Mel Vande, Danger Dave, and Brian as they break down Stallone’s poignant (and completely ridiculous) dramedy about deadbeat dads, Bowflex pull-downs in the cab, and one very determined grandpa. Expect plenty of “meet me halfway across the sky” sing-alongs, debates over whether the kid is a prick or just misunderstood, and way too much discussion about tuna salad and lot lizards.

Bad movies rule. This one might actually rule a little too hard.

Listen now and tell us: did Lincoln Hawk change your life, or are you still Team Grandpa?

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We’re joined by the legendary Lance Guest for a fantastic conversation! From getting chased by Michael Myers in Halloween II as a young ambulance driver to carrying The Last Starfighter as the lead at just 23 years old, Lance takes us through his rapid rise and what it felt like stepping onto that massive sci-fi set.

We also dive deep into Jaws: The Revenge, including the wild true story of Michael Caine literally saving his life on set, the chaotic reshoots, and why his character became the ultimate voice of the audience. Lance shares thoughtful insights on acting against invisible effects, building character arcs, and the realities of big studio productions.

Plus: his under-the-radar gem The Wizard of Loneliness, playing music, and more!

A heartfelt, funny, and insightful episode with one of the nicest guys in the business. Don’t miss it.
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Another stacked BMR Mailbag is here! Norman blesses us with epic Hulk Hogan artwork (plus some accent requests), Mayor Ryan Mueller shuts down Barbara from HR and approves the pizza party, and the crew debates Monopoly pieces, car movies, and wrestler-turned-actors. We get Demon Knight plot hole fixes, Black Dynamite love, Madhouse memories, and a heartfelt call from Trey keeping us company during a tough hospital wait. Plus live show hype with Josh Bowman, D&D one-shot talk, and fudge care package incoming!

Email us at thisshowistrash@gmail.com or call (262) 757-8567. Physical mail to P.O. Box 383, Burlington, WI 53105. See you at Smokey Tony’s on July 25th!

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The BMR crew dives headfirst into the purple-tights jungle madness of The Phantom (1996) starring Billy Zane, Kristy Swanson, Treat Williams, and a very young Catherine Zeta-Jones!

From skull-chasing pirates and moon vines to ghost dads, super pistols, and one of the most confusing origin stories ever put on film, this episode is packed with unhinged riffs, dolphin milk debates, bridge disasters, and plenty of "how did we get here?" moments. The guys break down the campy action, questionable superpowers, and why this 1930s pulp throwback still has a dedicated cult following.

Featuring Ryan Mueller, Ryan Madel, and Brian Draws Movies.

Whether you're a longtime Phantom fan or watching for the first time, this one's a wild ride through the Bengali jungle and beyond.

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