
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
112 episodes
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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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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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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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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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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1:23:32

Episode 96: "28 Weeks Later" (2007) with Tyler
Days...turned to weeks. What did Tyler think of the follow-up to Danny Boyle's wonderfully tense "28 Days Later," "28 Weeks Later?" Listen to find out!
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Episode 96
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1:07:50

Episode 95: "28 Days Later" (2003) with Tyler
Director Danny Boyle revolutionized the "zombie" genre with "28 Days Later," making names out of Cillian Murphy and Naomie Harris while giving audiences a pulse-pounding horror with deep philosophical thoughts. Does Tyler like it as well? Liste...
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Episode 95
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1:10:57

Episode 94: Special "Friday the 13th" (1980) Episode with Shawn & Cameron
What happens at 12:30 am after myself, Shawn and Cameron see the original "Friday the 13th" in theaters on Friday the 13th? We talk about everything - the movie, the franchise, ghosts in my apartment, gifts, debate over who would win in a fight...
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Episode 94
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1:23:04

Episode 93: "The Blackening" (2023) with Shawn & Cameron
While "The Blackening" was covered on the spinoff Cannabis Cinema, it didn't get the Poppin' Cinema treatment - until now. What does my friends Shawn and Cameron think of the 2023 horror/comedy? Will they find it as enjoyable as John and Hayden...
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Episode 93
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1:12:37

Episode 92: Interview with Mario Ricciardi, Director of the Play "Almost, Maine"
Local director Mario Ricciardi tackles the stage in directing his directorial debut play, "Almost, Maine," written by John Cariani.The play will take place at the Youngstown Playhouse (600 Playhouse Lane, Youngstown, Ohio) on the followi...
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Episode 92
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43:37

Episode 91: "Thelma" (2024) with Tyler
Looking for that feel good movie that shows age ain't nothing but a number, and you can find adventure no matter your age? "Thelma" is one such movie, and my co-host Tyler agreed when I showed him the 2024 film (the movie is available on Hulu)....
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Episode 91
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58:18

Episode 90: "The Thing" (1982) with Tyler
The iconic John Carpenter-directed film focusing on trust and featuring standout visual effects that more than hold over forty years later, "The Thing" is a legendary horror movie, and I get to introduce my co-host Tyler to it!
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Episode 90
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42:06

Episode 89: "Mean Girls" (2004) with Kasey & Jack
This is so fetch! I had never seen the 2004 comedy "Mean Girls," so Kasey and Jack turned the tables and popped my cinema cherry, introducing me to the classic comedy. Did I enjoy it as much as other people? Listen to find out!
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Episode 89
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1:17:20

Episode 88: "10 Cloverfield Lane" (2016) with Tyler
The sister sequel to the 2008 found footage film, "10 Cloverfield Lane" abandons the shaky cam in favor of a more traditional mode of visual storytelling - but is it as effective? Join me as I introduce Tyler to the incredible "10 Cloverfield L...
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Episode 88
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49:30

Episode 87: "Cloverfield" (2008) with Tyler
Does Tyler fare well with shaky cam that shakes enough to induce vomiting? Find out as I introduce him to the 2008 creature feature spectacle "Cloverfield."Also be sure to check my friends' work!Join J-MiL and friends ...
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Episode 87
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44:53

Episode 86: "The Hunt" (2020) with John, Hayden & Mark
"The Hunt" was one of those movies that endured a lot of behind-the-scenes drama before it was even released, but was it good? Find out as I introduce John, Hayden and Mark to this 2020 satirical action/comedy/horror.Also be sure to...
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Episode 86
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1:31:39

Episode 85: "Ready or Not" (2019) with Tyler
With news that "Ready or Not 2" has begun filming, I introduce Tyler to the fantastic original "Ready or Not" starring Samara Weaving and directed by Radio Silence.Also be sure to check my friends' work!Join J-MiL and friends as ...
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Episode 85
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1:11:11

Episode 84: "Sorority House Massacre 2" (1990) with Hayden
Following the terribly bad original, I torture Hayden with the 1990 sequel "Sorority House Massacre 2," this time with a creepy neighbor adding to the festivities!
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Episode 84
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50:12

Episode 83: "Sorority House Massacre" (1986) with Hayden
Before he was co-host of the spinoff "Cannabis Cinema," Hayden came over and we watched the laughably bad 1986 slasher film "Sorority House Massacre," and I found no better time than 4/20 month to share it with the podcast listening audience! Y...
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Episode 83
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48:03
