The Jonathan Wier Show

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.

Was The Last Action Hero actually a good movie?

June 26th, 2023  |  1 hr 37 mins

We rewatched Jurassic Park to see if it holds up...

June 13th, 2023  |  1 hr 18 mins

adventure, cgi, childhood memories, cinematic masterpiece., dinosaur, film analysis, iconic, jurassic park, jurassic world, movie review, nostalgia, pop culture, rewatch, special effects, spielberg, storytelling, timelessness

And In this exciting episode, join us as we take a journey back in time to the iconic world of Jurassic Park. We dusted off our DVD collection, popped some popcorn, and hit play on the classic Spielberg masterpiece to see if it still holds up today.

Will the groundbreaking special effects and heart-pounding thrills stand the test of time, or will we find ourselves cringing at outdated CGI and questionable plot points? As we revisit this beloved film, we delve into the nostalgia, analyze the storytelling techniques, and discuss the impact it had on the industry.

Episode 989: New show ideas

June 8th, 2023  |  58 mins 8 secs

Episode 988: How much have fast food prices changed since the 90s?

May 30th, 2023  |  54 mins 39 secs

Listen to this show because it could SAVE YOUR LIFE!!! Carrie Fisher never met her dad?

May 17th, 2023  |  42 mins 48 secs

Listen to this show because it could save your life!!! Sexy Back Sexy Up

May 9th, 2023  |  56 mins 16 secs

Nevermind the 90s! Spewing songs from his hitorous

May 3rd, 2023  |  1 hr 2 mins

90s, aladdin, aladdin video game, controversy, creepiness, informer, madonna, michael jackson, movies, music, music history, nirvana, nostalgia, pop culture, pop culture history, r. kelly, r. kelly scandal, snow, snow informer, video game history, video game inflation, video games

In this episode we discuss the lyrics to Informer by Snow and how they might contain the hidden secret to curing cancer. The Alladin video game. R Kelly was always creepy and SO MUCH MORE!

AI is already killing us

April 18th, 2023  |  59 mins 31 secs

#ai, #algorithms, #ancestry, #beheading, #budweisercontroversy, #currentevents, #friedrichtiedemann, #gunsinamerica, #india, #kaiylingillis, #mediabias, #opinions., #personalconnections, #ralphyarl, #threats

In this podcast we cover topics such as: AI, guns, media bias, controversial news stories, personal connections, and more.

What's your favorite method of public execution?

April 6th, 2023  |  48 mins 27 secs

Mine is the guillotine, and I'll tell you why!

Michael Jordan was always secretly competing with waiters

March 21st, 2023  |  59 mins 56 secs

bad apes and more!, banning the bible, chinese conspiracy theories, the guys talk about fentanyl

The guys talk about Fentanyl, Chinese conspiracy theories, banning the bible, bad apes and more!

Bidet gang until the day I die fam

March 14th, 2023  |  1 hr 10 mins

Please don't tell anybody because it is illegal at least in Massachusetts

March 8th, 2023  |  59 mins 46 secs

The guys talk about the importance of bringing your own mic to a gig, MTV editing songs, and a thank you to gamers for not ruining The Last of Us yet.

Less affordable than Lansing Michigan

February 24th, 2023  |  1 hr 5 mins