Introducing: WikiHole hosted by D'Arcy Carden
29 May 2024 - 8 mins explicitD’Arcy invites her best pals and movie buffs Paul Scheer and Jason Mantzoukas to fall down a WikiHole that starts with trivia about Saving Private Ryan. But how does one of her favorite films connect to alleged cocaine use in the Carter administration? Listen to find out!
If you want to listen to the whole episode, you can find WikiHole's Saving Private Ryan (with Paul Scheer and Jason Mantzoukas) episode here! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saving-private-ryan-with-jason-mantzoukas-and-paul-scheer/id1730977809?i=1000655962532
Prey
Paul and Amy take aim at Prey, dissecting its bold reimagining of the Predator mythos, the stripped-down approach that sets it apart from the average sequel, and how the film brings new life and meaning to an iconic universe. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/ https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/ Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack https://substack.com/@paulscheer Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: https://www.unspooledart.com/ Learn more about the show at Unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 9 mins
6 November Finished
The Conjuring
Paul and Amy step into the dark with The Conjuring, unpacking the Warrens’ James Wan’s slow-burn scares, the real-life horror that inspired the film, and Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga’s uncanny chemistry. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/ https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/ Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack https://substack.com/@paulscheer Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: https://www.unspooledart.com/ Learn more about the show at Unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 20 mins
30 October Finished
Misery
Paul and Amy crack open Misery, where Rob Reiner turns Stephen King’s nightmare of fame and obsession into a masterclass in tension. They unpack Kathy Bates’ Oscar-winning turn as Annie Wilkes, James Caan, and what the film says about fandom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 8 mins
23 October Finished
Pan's Labyrinth
With Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein on the horizion and spooky season in full swing, Paul and Amy dive into the mythical world of Pan's Labyrinth. They explore how they'd manage with eyeballs on their hands, how del Toro's upbringing shaped his unique vision of the world, and his knack for exploring political ideas through fairytales. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 5 mins
16 October Finished
Remembering Diane Keaton
Over the weekend news broke that Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton passed away. Paul and Amy pay tribute to her remarkable legacy by celebrating her unforgettable films, fearless independence, distinctive style, and unwavering individuality that defined her career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
41 mins
14 October Finished
Dead Poets Society
Paul and Amy reopen the pages of Dead Poets Society, chatting about Robin Williams' shocking shift to dramatic acting, characters cut from the film, and the film's lasting legacy in the years since its release. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on Letterboxd for more of their movie hot takes! https://letterboxd.com/paulscheer/ https://letterboxd.com/theamynicholson/ Paul’s book Joyful Recollections of Trauma is out now! Find it at https://www.harpercollins.com/products/joyful-recollections-of-trauma-paul-scheer Check out more of Paul's writing on his Substack https://substack.com/@paulscheer Episodic Art by Kim Troxall: https://www.unspooledart.com/ Learn more about the show at Unspooledpod.com, follow us on Twitter @unspooled and on Instagram @unspooledpod, and don’t forget to rate, review & subscribe to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or where you listen to podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 hour 14 mins
9 October Finished