2 Day Rental

We’re back behind the counter for Episode 151, and before anything else — yeah, we know. We totally forgot to hype up Episode 150. Consider this our official apology and a make-good. (It’s not often you hit 150 rentals without a late fee.)We kick things off with some World Series talk, wondering what could’ve been for the Toronto Blue Jays, breaking down the final stretch of baseball’s biggest stage, and once again proving we can somehow make any sport sound like a dad debating movie sequels.Then it’s time to flip over to Channel 2 Day Rental News, where the headlines are straight out of a toy box and comic panel: • 🚁 G.I. Joe/Transformers crossover heading to animation — what does that mean for the live-action movie universe? • 🦇 The Batman 2 updates — what role will The Penguin play in the sequel, and are we finally getting that darker Gotham we’ve been waiting for? • 💥 James Gunn and Darkseid — why DC’s new boss might be keeping the big bad on the bench after Thanos. • 🧱 LEGO’s new Goonies set — our wallets cry, our shelves rejoice, and our nostalgia levels go through the roof.In Previously Viewed, we pop in the VHS for the 1992 dark comedy Death Becomes Her, starring Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, and Bruce Willis. We dive into the camp, the chaos, and the groundbreaking effects that made it an early-’90s cult classic that’s aged like… well, immortality serum.And to cap things off, we roll out the very first edition of “Staff Picks”, where each of us recommends a hidden gem worth checking out — and this one’s a good one. (Think of it as the part of the store where you actually listen to the clerk’s advice.)So grab your membership card, rewind your nostalgia, and settle in — it’s 2 Day Rental, where the movies never die… they just get weirder with age.

It’s Episode 150 — a nice round number, and a perfect excuse to celebrate with another trip down the aisles of cinematic nostalgia!We kick things off chatting about the Toronto Blue Jays vs. Seattle Mariners series, looking at what went right, what went sideways, and why being a Jays fan sometimes feels like living in a sports-themed Twilight Zone.Then, it’s time to flip over to Channel 2 Day Rental News, where the stories hit harder than a Mario fireball. We celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the North American release of the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) — the console that basically raised a generation of gamers. We also talk about X-Men ’97 scoring an early Season 3 renewal (and the possibility of Seasons 4 and 5!), news of a live-action Jetsons movie starring Jim Carrey, and a head-scratching update about a Magic 8-Ball TV series — because apparently no toy is safe from adaptation.In Previously Viewed, we cross the streams for one of the all-time greats — Ghostbusters (1984). We revisit the classic, share what still makes it lightning-in-a-bottle perfect, and gush over why bustin’ still makes us feel good.So whether you grew up blowing on NES cartridges, quoting Egon, or just wondering who you’re gonna call — this one’s packed with nostalgia, laughs, and a few questionable predictions from the Magic 8-Ball.🎧 Subscribe & follow 2 Day Rental for your weekly fix of retro talk, movie love, and dad-approved geek culture.

Fall is here, the air’s getting cooler, and the conversation’s heating up! We kick things off this week talking about the change in weather and what that means for the cozy-season movie rotation. Then we slide right into playoff mode, breaking down the Toronto Blue Jays’ postseason run (or stumble…) and how the MLB playoffs are shaping up overall — complete with the kind of armchair analysis only two dads with microphones can provide.From there, we roll out a brand-new news segment, and there’s a lot to cover: a first look at Daredevil’s new suit for Born Again Season 2 (does it hold up to the Netflix classic?), the debut trailer for Marvel’s Wonder Man, and our review of Tron: Ares — a movie that might just be the comeback story the Grid needed.In Previously Viewed, we take a bite out of 1992’s Buffy the Vampire Slayer — the movie that kicked off a cult phenomenon long before the TV series. We talk camp, casting, one-liners, and whether this ‘90s time capsule still slays three decades later.Finally, we spin the Halloween Reel of Fortune to pick next week’s spooky selection and crack open the Community Drop Box to answer a fan question straight from the listeners.So grab a sweater, pour something warm, and hit play — it’s another week at your friendly neighborhood video store, where the takes are free and the rentals are (still) two days.

2 Day Rental – Episode 148: Bears, Bats & BikesWe’re back in the store and this week’s rental has a little bit of everything — nature documentaries, classic monsters, caped crusaders, and BMX legends.We kick things off celebrating one of the internet’s best annual traditions: Fat Bear Week! Cory and Steve discuss their favourite chunky contenders, the joy of rooting for bears with names like Otis and Grazer, and why the world could use more wholesome competitions like this.From there, we head over to the lab (and by lab, we mean the news section) to talk about the newly announced Young Frankenstein TV series. We share first impressions, our love for Mel Brooks’ original, and whether lightning can strike twice when it comes to reanimating such a classic.Then we take a nostalgic glide through the shadows of Batman: The Animated Series, reacting to a recent list ranking the show’s best episodes. Which ones truly stand the test of time? Which deserve more love? (Spoiler: Heart of Ice still hits like a punch from Mr. Freeze.)Cory also dives into his October horror movie binge and gives a few picks that hit the sweet spot between creepy and classic — perfect for spooky season viewing.In Previously Viewed, we dust off the VHS copy of one of Steve’s all-time favourites — the 1986 cult BMX flick Rad. We talk about what made it such a gem for kids of the ‘80s, its wild stunts, that unforgettable soundtrack, and why it still holds up for anyone who grew up on bikes and dream sequences.Finally, we spin the Reel of Fortune — our new movie wheel of destiny — and load up a fresh set of flicks for October’s lineup. (Let’s just say there’s a good chance the next few weeks will get weird, spooky, and totally tubular.)So grab your popcorn, rewind your tapes, and settle in for another trip down memory lane — where the rental’s always two days, but the nostalgia lasts forever.

This week we really stretch our rental legs. * 🎶 Music Rewind: We kick things off with The Proclaimers’ unforgettable anthem “I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles)”—where it came from, why it stuck in our heads, and how it keeps popping up in pop culture. * 🧸 Toy Hall of Fame 2025: From classic playthings to possible surprise picks, we size up the full nominee list, debate the frontrunners, and lock in our bold predictions for which toys will make the cut this year. * 🦸 Marvel Speculation Station: Doctor Doom is finally headed for the MCU. We break down concept art, comic inspiration, and what a modern Victor Von Doom could look like on the big screen. * 🍿 Previously Viewed: We rewind to Uncle Buck, celebrating John Candy’s larger-than-life charm and wondering how the movie plays to fresh eyes in 2025. * 💌 Fan Question of the Week: A listener email stops us in our tracks and gets us reflecting on nostalgia, and why we love revisiting old favourites. Hit play for a full episode of laughs, debate, and deep-cut nostalgia. Like, comment, and let us know your Toy Hall of Fame predictions!