The Jonathan Wier Show

Facts Show for June!!!

June 22nd, 2024  |  55 mins 15 secs

Chiefs are going undefeated?

May 19th, 2024  |  1 hr 3 mins

Chiefs are going undefeated? No, but we did make our most likely highly innaccurate due to bullsh--- predictions based on the most biased schedule since last year.

Episode 1007: Chiefs Draft! Why do I hate Caleb Williams all of the sudden?

April 27th, 2024  |  52 mins 21 secs

Episode 1006: Jonathan's obsession with Cotton Eyed Joe

April 24th, 2024  |  45 mins 29 secs

Episode 1005: Tax Day Can Kiss My Extension!!! Also Brady to the Chiefs?!

April 15th, 2024  |  49 mins 32 secs

Episode 1004: Best Beatles Songs/Chiefs Talk

April 1st, 2024  |  1 hr 40 mins

On this show James and I discuss the best/worst/underrated songs on the last Beatles albums and then Cody and I discuss the latest news about the Chiefs. I may only be doing a show for an audience of me anymore. lol

Episode 1003: Thoughts on The Al Gore Rhythm and The Chiefs Trading Sneed

March 24th, 2024  |  48 mins 45 secs

Best/Worst/Underrated Beatles Songs Part 1

March 4th, 2024  |  57 mins 51 secs

Episode 1001: Jonathan Wier is ebullient

February 4th, 2024  |  1 hr 1 min

Fight Club is the SURGE of movies

January 23rd, 2024  |  38 mins 44 secs

Nevermind the 90s! January 1994

January 6th, 2024  |  1 hr 10 mins

Where the 90s that great? Probably not as great as you remember.

Episode 998: Music Nerds: Best Closing Songs on an album

December 10th, 2023  |  1 hr 2 mins

Rewatched: Planes Trains and Automobiles

November 22nd, 2023  |  55 mins 46 secs

My favorite holiday movie of all time, does it hold up? YOU BET YOUR ASS IT DOES!

Episode 996: The Nightmare Before Christmas/True Romance - 30 Years Later

October 30th, 2023  |  1 hr 40 mins

Dave: Everything right and Wrong with America

July 12th, 2023  |  1 hr 9 mins

Episode 992: Falling Down: Everything right and wrong with an American Classic

July 7th, 2023  |  1 hr 54 mins

american classic, cinema podcast, controversial films, falling down, joel schumacher, michael douglas, movie analysis, podcast tags: film review, social commentary

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"Falling Down," directed by Joel Schumacher, is a captivating exploration of a disillusioned man's descent into chaos amidst the urban jungle of Los Angeles. Starring Michael Douglas in a career-defining role, this American classic has garnered both acclaim and criticism for its unflinching portrayal of societal tensions and the dark underbelly of the American dream.

As we delve into this timeless piece of filmmaking, we'll examine the film's merits and missteps, analyzing its themes, performances, and directorial choices. Our hosts will engage in a spirited conversation, offering their unique perspectives on the various elements that make "Falling Down" a gripping and controversial cinematic experience.

Join us as we dissect the film's social commentary, exploring its relevance in today's world and reflecting on its impact on subsequent works in the genre. From its raw portrayal of the protagonist's unraveling mental state to its examination of societal divisions, "Falling Down" invites us to confront uncomfortable truths about the human condition.