Harold and Maude with James of Hermitix

Wagon Master & The Quiet Man by John Ford with Brendan

Today we are joined by a true frontiersman of art and critical exploration of film. We discuss two John Ford films: The Quiet Man (1952) and Wagon Master (1950). I am proud to welcome Brendan, former host of Tales from the Mall, and actor in the forthcoming film "Knuckles" [https://www.indiegogo.com/en/projects/jaymiller-16762504/knuckles-an-action-proof-of-concept-film] by Jay Curtis Miller. Look out for Brendan in this movie, the trailers and promotional material for this movie look special. "There'll be no locks or bolts between us, Mary Kate... except those in your own mercenary little heart!"

Harold and Maude with James of Hermitix

We are joined by James, host of the Hermitix [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hermitix/id1437997652]podcast. Hermitix is a "podcast focusing on one-on-one interviews relating to fringe philosophy, obscure theory, weird lit, underappreciated thinkers and movements, and that which historically finds itself 'outside' the academic canon." Reel Rap listeners will enjoy the depth of discussion James hosts on his podcast. Today we discuss the cult classic, "Harold and Maude" and discuss the novelization by Colin Higgins. We also talk about horror, beauty, occultism, subversion, and reading. Rest in Peace to the great Bud Cort. Thank you!

He Got Game, Summer of Sam, and 25th Hour with James

Today we are joined by Jimmy 'The Greek', video editor and producer of the great podcast, Tales From The Mall. I love podcasting because we get to meet new people like James. On this episode we discuss He Got Game, Summer of Sam, and 25th Hour. Three of Lee's greatest!

The Work of Gerald Murnane with Bryan Counter

We discuss Gerald Murnane's short story, Emerald Blue, from the Stream Systems collection. We also talk about "Words And Silk: The Imaginary and Real Worlds of Gerald Murnane" the 1989 experimental film about Gerald Murnane. Check out Bryan's podcast, Author's Die Twice, here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/authors-die-twice/id1802931188

No Other Choice, The Testament of Ann Lee, New Music, Kathe Koja, Oliver Sacks Debunked

This is a new format where Bennett and I check in with each other about what we are currently reading and watching. Topics include: Black Hole by Charles Burns, Paul Tremblay, Kathe Koja, Oliver sacks, drinking alcohol, graphic novel artists, Daniel Clowes, David Mazzuchelli, irony, The Testament of Ann Lee, No Other Choice, Need For Speed, and Patricia Lockwood's latest.