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🚨NEW EPISODE OUT NOW🚨Ep 281: The American Film Institute’s Top 10 Holiday FilmsIn this episode of Midday Movies, hosts L...
12/09/2025

🚨NEW EPISODE OUT NOW🚨

Ep 281: The American Film Institute’s Top 10 Holiday Films

In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen take a lunch break to delve into the American Film Institute’s (AFI) Holiday Movie Guide, covering the top 10 of the 21 best US holiday films. They discuss a range of historically great holiday films touching on Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Highlights include ‘Love Actually, ‘Miracle on 34th Street, ‘The Muppet Christmas Carol,’ ‘White Christmas,’ and the number one pick, ‘Yentl! The episode is filled with insightful commentary on each movie’s cultural significance, memorable performances, and festive charm. Perfect for movie lovers looking for holiday film recommendations!

🚨NEW EPISODE OUT NOW🚨Ep 280: The American Film Institute’s Top 21 Holiday Movies (Part 1)Join hosts Laura and Stephen on...
12/09/2025

🚨NEW EPISODE OUT NOW🚨

Ep 280: The American Film Institute’s Top 21 Holiday Movies (Part 1)

Join hosts Laura and Stephen on ‘Midday Movies’ as they dive into the first half of the American Film Institute’s list of top 21 holiday films. From the beloved ‘A Christmas Story’ and ‘Home Alone’ to lesser-known gems like ‘Crossing Delany’, this episode covers movies for Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa. Listen in for lively discussions, personal anecdotes, and holiday cheer. Stay tuned for Part 2 where they reveal the top 10 films on the list!

🚨NEW EPISODE OUT NOW🚨Ep 279: “Frankenstein” (2025) ft. Special Guests Jen & Sarah from In this episode of Midday Movies...
12/09/2025

🚨NEW EPISODE OUT NOW🚨

Ep 279: “Frankenstein” (2025) ft. Special Guests Jen & Sarah from

In this episode of Midday Movies, hosts Laura and Stephen, are joined by Jen and Sarah from the Movies & Us Podcast, to explore Guillermo del Toro’s reimagining of Mary Shelley’s 1818 novel, “Frankenstein” (2025). The movie stars Oscar Isaac, Jacob Elordi, and Mia Goth, and presents themes of mad ambition, family trauma, and the inhospitable Arctic Circle. The discussion touches on del Toro’s unique approach to humanizing monsters, the film’s historical context of Victorian England and the Crimean War, and the emotional complexities of the characters. The conversation also highlights the stunning practical effects, the transformative journey of the creature, and the emotional depth and visual beauty that del Toro brings to this classic tale of terrible parenting. The episode ends with reflections on the film’s staggering emotional weight and its place in del Toro’s impressive filmography.

📻 THIS WEEK’S RADIO SCHEDULE 📻Along with two new digital episodes, you can catch Midday Movies on .9 at these times this...
12/09/2025

📻 THIS WEEK’S RADIO SCHEDULE 📻

Along with two new digital episodes, you can catch Midday Movies on .9 at these times this week!

Listen locally at 101.9FM or stream online at radiotacoma.org or on the SoundGarden App.

Can’t wait to spend the week with you ❄️

🚨NEW SPECIAL EPISODE OUT NOW🚨Ep 278: “Blade Runner 2049” (2017) ft. In this special episode of Midday Movies, Laura and...
11/27/2025

🚨NEW SPECIAL EPISODE OUT NOW🚨

Ep 278: “Blade Runner 2049” (2017) ft.

In this special episode of Midday Movies, Laura and Stephen are joined by acclaimed cinematographer Steven Bernstein (Monster, White Chicks) to deconstruct the visually haunting masterpiece, Blade Runner 2049 (2017).

Moving beyond simple plot summary, the trio dives deep into the philosophy of filmmaking, challenging the modern orthodoxy that “everyone is a storyteller.” Steven Bernstein offers a masterclass on visual language, explaining how cinematography bypasses the intellect to hit us directly in the gut-much like music or abstract art.

Topics Discussed:
• The Myth of Storytelling: Why narrative is often just an arbitrary order we impose on a chaotic universe, and how great cinema operates on a visceral, rather than intellectual, level.
• Blade Runner’s Visual Legacy: How the “music video look” of the late 70s/early 80s British scene birthed the cyberpunk aesthetic we know today.
• The “Joy” Paradox: A debate on the Al character Joi-can an algorithm achieve true agency? Is our love for “perfect” partners actually a desire for the predictable?
• Behind the Lens: The dangerous history of using “cracker oil” for atmospheric smoke on classic film sets and the tragic cost to cinematographers like Jordan Cronenweth.

📻 THIS WEEK’S RADIO SCHEDULE 📻Along with two new digital episodes, you can catch Midday Movies on .9 at these times this...
11/25/2025

📻 THIS WEEK’S RADIO SCHEDULE 📻

Along with two new digital episodes, you can catch Midday Movies on .9 at these times this week!

Listen locally at 101.9FM or stream online at radiotacoma.org or on the SoundGarden App.

Can’t wait to spend the week with you 🍁

🚨 NEW EPISODE OUT NOW 🚨Ep 277: “Weapons” (2025)In this episode, Laura and Stephen discuss the 2025 film “Weapons,” a spo...
11/21/2025

🚨 NEW EPISODE OUT NOW 🚨

Ep 277: “Weapons” (2025)

In this episode, Laura and Stephen discuss the 2025 film “Weapons,” a spooky and mysterious movie featuring a unique plot and stellar performances from actors linked to the MCU. They delve into the film’s strange story about the disappearance of 17 third graders, the intriguing roles played by Julia Gardner, Benedict Wong, and Josh Brolin, and the unexpected horror elements that make it a standout.
Tune in to hear more about the film’s peculiar scenes, character dynamics, and the upcoming prequel. Streaming on HBO Max.

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