James was born on the banks of the mighty Belleville River in Belleville, Illinois at the age of zero. The son of an itinerant appraisal manager and a just generally sweet lady. Preceded in birth by three older sisters he is very polite to women yet has no idea how to interact with them properly. He was schooled for what felt like entirely too long but wasn’t anywhere close to long enough. He went to work, as is expected of folk nowadays. He has made pizzas, awkwardly assisted in men’s clothing sales, been a barback, un artist de sandwich, a bartender and a jail man! Jail man sounds most interesting and honestly has been the source of most of his best “good stories”. Recently he’s been an occasional “pod person” due to knowing Jon for a really long time and being a mostly agreeable fella with a not entirely awful speaking voice.
James Dahm has hosted 190 Episodes.
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Episode 1011: The Cable Guy Is So Over-Underrated
July 4th, 2024 | 1 hr 23 mins
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Chiefs At 11: Chiefs Moving to Kansas?
June 24th, 2024 | 41 mins 47 secs
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Facts Show for June!!!
June 22nd, 2024 | 55 mins 15 secs
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Episode 1007: Chiefs Draft! Why do I hate Caleb Williams all of the sudden?
April 27th, 2024 | 52 mins 21 secs
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Episode 1006: Jonathan's obsession with Cotton Eyed Joe
April 24th, 2024 | 45 mins 29 secs
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Episode 1003: Thoughts on The Al Gore Rhythm and The Chiefs Trading Sneed
March 24th, 2024 | 48 mins 45 secs
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Best/Worst/Underrated Beatles Songs Part 1
March 4th, 2024 | 57 mins 51 secs
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Episode 1001: Jonathan Wier is ebullient
February 4th, 2024 | 1 hr 1 min
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Fight Club is the SURGE of movies
January 23rd, 2024 | 38 mins 44 secs
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Nevermind the 90s! January 1994
January 6th, 2024 | 1 hr 10 mins
Where the 90s that great? Probably not as great as you remember.
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Episode 998: Music Nerds: Best Closing Songs on an album
December 10th, 2023 | 1 hr 2 mins
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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!
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Episode 996: The Nightmare Before Christmas/True Romance - 30 Years Later
October 30th, 2023 | 1 hr 40 mins
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Dave: Everything right and Wrong with America
July 12th, 2023 | 1 hr 9 mins
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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
You can hear daily episodes of The Jonathan Wier Show on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thejws
"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.
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Was The Last Action Hero actually a good movie?
June 26th, 2023 | 1 hr 37 mins