Poppin' Cinema with JoeMama & Friends
Every week I'll share a film I've seen with a friend who hasn't, and then we'll talk about it. This is the podcast where I pop my friends' cinema cherries, one movie at a time.
Episodes
125 episodes
Episode 115: "Don't Breathe" (2016) with Tyler
What happens when three hoodlums decide to break into the wrong house? "Don't Breathe" is a tense psychological thriller that turns the home invasion subgenre on its head. Did Tyler think it was as good as the critics and audiences thought?&nbs...
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Episode 115
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Episode 114: "Frankenstein" (2025) with Tyler
We all know the story, but we've never seen it told this way before. Find out if Tyler appreciates this Guillermo del Toro directed version of the classic Mary Shelley story!
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Episode 114
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1:14:04
Episode 113: "Thunderbolts*" (2025) with Max
After a week delay, we finish thankful November as we talk about the excellent MCU film "Thunderbolts*" and discuss the heavy theme of mental illness that the film portrayed.
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Episode 113
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1:14:09
Current Cinema Episode 3: “Wicked: For Good" (2025) with Kasey & Jack
The most anticipated movie of the year is now in theaters, and does "Wicked: For Good" live up to the hype and the original? Find out as I discuss the movie with Kasey and Jack.
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Episode 3
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Episode 112: "Good Boy" (2025) with Max
For the third week of thankful November movies I saw with Max in 2025, we talk about the small independent film that took cinemas by storm. "Good Boy" - a movie about a dog who sees spirits that his master doesn't - is easily one of the most he...
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Episode 112
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48:35
Episode 111: "Sinners" (2025) with Max
We continue our thankful November with the acclaimed 2025 movie "Sinners," which I introduce my friend Max to. Does he agree that it's a modern day masterpiece?
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Episode 111
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59:47
Episode 110: "Bring Her Back" (2025) with Max
For November each episode will be on a movie I'm thankful I watched this year with my buddy Max, starting with the terrifying, unforgettable film "Bring Her Back."
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Episode 110
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Episode 109: Horror Survivor: Heroes vs Villains with Shawn & Cameron
Thanks to the Dead Meat podcast for the idea!What happens when you pit ten of horror's greatest heroes against ten of horror's greatest villains and strand them on an island alone? Who will come out victorious? Based off the hit CBS real...
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Episode 108: Horror Villains March Madness with Max, Kasey & Jack
For our Horror Heroes and Villains Halloween month, myself, Max, Kasey and Jack pit horror's greatest villains against one another to find out who will be the ultimate horror villain, and see how they fare against the ultimate hero!
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Episode 108
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1:46:29
Episode 107: Horror Heroes March Madness with Max, Kasey & Jack
For our Horror Heroes and Villains Halloween month, myself, Max, Kasey and Jack pit horror's greatest heroes against one another to find out who will be the ultimate horror hero!
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Episode 107
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1:00:58
Episode 106: Horror Heroes & Villains with Jordan & Ray
For the month of Halloween, the theme for Poppin' Cinema is horror heroes and villains, and the best way to kick off the month is by sharing our ten favorite horror heroes and villains! Join myself, Jordan and Ray as we share who our favorites ...
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Episode 106
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1:48:15
Episode 105: "Oddity" (2024) with Tyler
What's so "odd" about "Oddity?" That's what Tyler wonders when I introduce him to the fantastic Shudder original movie with the creepiest wooden figure you'll ever see.
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Episode 105
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1:01:50
Episode 104: "The Wicker Man" (1973) with Tyler
Not "not the bees" - the good one. Listen as I introduce Tyler to the iconic 1973 folk horror movie "The Wicker Man" with the amazing Christopher Lee, and hear if Tyler agrees with how amazing the movie is!
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Episode 104
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49:09
Episode 103: "Paddington" (2015) with Tyler
With everything happening this week, I feel we all need to be reminded of love, kindness, and marmalade. That's why I introduced Tyler to the 2015 beloved film "Paddington!"
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Episode 103
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1:05:46
Episode 102: "Love Lies Bleeding" (2024) with Tyler
A love story with a unique twist only director Rose Glass could accomplish, listen to hear if Tyler liked this Kristen Stewart-led movie as much as I did!
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Episode 102
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1:11:15
Current Cinema Episode 002: "Weapons" (2025) with Max
For this second episode of the "Poppin' Cinema" spinoff, Max and I talk about the 2025 Zach Cregger thriller "Weapons" still in theaters! Spoilers will be discussed, so be sure to watch the movie first!
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Episode 2
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1:04:56
Episode 101: "K-Pop Demon Hunters" (2025) with Max
The Netflix movie that's conquering the globe, "K-Pop Demon Hunters" is one of this year's best movies and I was honored to introduce it to my friend Max - find out if he agrees with the general consensus!
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Episode 101
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1:00:35
Episode 100 Part 2: Ranking the MCU Films with Chris, David & Michelle
For the epic conclusion to the 100th Episode, myself, Chris, David and Michelle rank our ten favorite and ten least favorite MCU movies.
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Season 1
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Episode 101
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2:21:34
Episode 100 Part 1: Ranking the MCU with Chris, David & Michelle
It's our 100th episode! And it's so super-sized we had to split it into two parts!For this first part I invited Chris, David and Michelle to join me as we rank all the MCU movies (except "The Fantastic Four: First Steps" because we recor...
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Episode 100
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1:47:10
Episode 99: "Game Night" (2018) with Vinny & Faith
What happens when a group of friends get together to play a game that might be more than just a game? Hilarity and hijinks of course! Join me as I introduce Vinny and Faith to the 2018 action/comedy "Game Night."
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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1:12:38
Current Cinema Episode 001: "Superman" (2025) with Mario & Max
I'm proud to introduce my newest spinoff series, "Current Cinema," where we talk about movies still in theaters. For this inaugural episode myself, Max and Mario talk about the James Gunn-directed 2025 film "Superman," with spoilers - of course...
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Episode 1
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57:47
Episode 98: "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" (1974) with Tyler
Nothing better in the heat of summer than watching a movie about a group of teens discovering a cannibalistic family in Texas! What does Tyler think of the iconic Leatherface-introducing film "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre?" Listen to find out!
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Season 1
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Episode 98
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47:24
Episode 97: "The Menu" (2022) with Paul
What's on the menu this episode? The 2022 dark comedy/horror "The Menu" starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Fiennes and Nicholas Hoult! Does Paul want seconds? Listen to find out!
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Season 1
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Episode 97
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1:03:59
Cannabis Cinema Episode 06: "Mr. Crocket" (2024) with Hayden & John
The Canbois are back and ready to talk about the scarily-funny 2024 Hulu original "Mr. Crocket," about a demonic child television entertainment star who steals kids from homes! What did they think (or remember) about it? Listen to find out!
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Episode 6
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