Drinks and a Movie

Matt joins me to disucss one of my favorite spaghetti westerns, "The Hellbenders" directed by Sergio Corbucci. We also review tyhe new Nelson's Greenbrier Single Barrel Tennessee Whiskey. This is a wheated bourbon coming out of Nashville and the latest release out of Nelson's Greenbrier Distillery. Cheers!

It's another Friday the 13th this year so we're talking about the 3rd film in the Jason Voorhees saga.

It's another Friday the 13th today! So Carissa and I are discussing Friday the 13th Part 3 and drinking Old Fashioneds. Cheers!

Carissa and I sip some rum and review Scream 7. Is it a hit or miss? Listen to get our thoughts on this next entry in the franchise.

No drink for this one. I'm reviewing a Disney film that I feel may have fallen into obscurity. This is The Rocketeer from 1991. A movie well worth watching if you've never seen it and wel worth re-visiting if you haven't seen it since childhood like me.

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With Scream 7 coming out this Friday, we’re ranking all 6 Scream movies 🔪 

From Scream to Scream VI, here’s our franchise ranking going into the next chapter.

Where does your favorite rank? And where do you think Scream 7 will end up?

This week Matt joins me to chat about Timothy Daltons first James Bond outing, "The Living Daylights". 

Now that i've seen all the Bond films and I've had some time apart, I wanted to revisit this one to see if my opinion on it has changed. Is this a top 10 Bond film for me now? I also get matts perspective on it as someone seeing it for the first time, and someone who has never seen any of the Roger Moore films that precede it.

Since it was Valentines week when we recorded this I thought i...

Happy Valentines Everybody! Today we have a special episode discussing our love for the 2025 romantic comedy slasher horror film Heart Eyes.

Grab your sleeping bag and pour something cold — today on Drinks and a Movie, we head back to Camp Crystal Lake for Friday the 13th Part 2.

Of course, no episode is complete without a perfectly paired cocktail, and this time we’re mixing up a crisp daiquiri featuring Planteray White Rum — bright, punchy, and deceptively smooth.

Between sips, we break down standout kills, behind-the-scenes stories, sequel-era filmmaking, and whether Part 2 deserves more love than it gets.

Step back into early Hollywood with our review of The Broadway Melody, the second film ever to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. We explore this groundbreaking early musical, its impact on the transition to sound films, and whether its Oscar-winning legacy still holds up today. Join us for a fresh look at a classic that helped shape movie history.

In this new series, I’m watching and reviewing every Academy Award Best Picture winner—starting at the very beginning. From silent-era to modern epics, this podcast is part film history, part personal journey, and part honest conversation about what these legendary movies feel like to watch today. 

The series begins with Wings (1927), the very first Best Picture winner: a silent epic of friendship, rivalry, and aerial combat that helped define Hollywood spectacle. Nearly a century later, does it still soar, or does it feel grounded by its era?

Whether you’re a longtime film lover or just...

Wrapping up the Lord of the Rings rewatch with the 11 Oscar Winning The Return of the King. I also break the seal on the 2025 Baker's 13 kentucky straight bourbon whiskey and compare with Knob Creek 12.

The lord of the rings series continue. Shane and I discuss the extended cut of The Two Towers that we both got to see in theaters and I do a quick review of Old Rip Van Winkle 10 year old wheated bournon. Cheers!

It's time for another movie rewatch series. I haven't seen The Lord of the Rings Trilogy since their initial release when I was a kid. In this episode I review 2001's "The Fellowship of the Ring", paired with Little Book Chapter 9: None for Granted. A blend of kentucky whiskeys ranging from 7-11 years old.

Drinks and a Movie podcast is back and Carissa and I are discussing the new 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. Is this sequel better than the previous film? Join us to find out.

This week on Drinks and a Movie Podcast, Malia joins me as we revisit Disney’s 1994 holiday hit, The Santa Clause. Tim Allen’s unlikely transformation from regular dad to North Pole icon has become a seasonal staple—but does it still hold up decades later? We break down the film’s comedy, heart, and surprisingly dark fairy-tale edges, and talk about why it continues to resonate with holiday audiences.

To keep things warm and festive, we’re pairing the movie with a pour of Old Overholt 12 Year Old Cask Strength Rye Whiskey. We dive into the nose, palate, an...

This week, pour yourself something strong and cue up the underwater jet packs—we’re celebrating 60 years of Thunderball.

In this episode of Drinks and a Movie, we dive back into the 1965 Bond spectacle to see how it holds up six decades later, from its lavish action set pieces to its larger-than-life villainy and unmistakable Sean Connery swagger. But the martini isn’t just shaken—we crack open the pages too. Along the way, we compare the film to Ian Fleming’s Thunderball novel, breaking down what the movie keeps, what it changes, and whether the story works better on...

This week we're reviewing Michael Mann's debut film, Thief. We break the seal on the 2025 edition of Booker's The Reserves. This is a very unique expression of Booker's bourbon that is finished in ex anejo tequila barrels from El Tesoro. Listen to find out our thoughts on this new Beam expression and the film.

We're back with our Movies that Turn 30 in 1995 series. This time we're discussing Michael Mann's Heat. The crime film classic. We break the seal on the new Midwinter Nights Dram Act 13, a blend of straight rye whiskies finished in Port wine barrels.

Carissa and I break the seal on the new Maker's Mark Lost Recipe Series Edition #2 and discuss the 6th film in the Scream franchise. We also talk about the new Movie Journal that Carissa created. Available now on Amazon. Check it out HERE

We break the seal on some Fortaleza Anejo Tequila and discuss Scream from 2022. Cheers!

Carissa and I break the seal on Frey Ranch 100% Oat Whiskey and discuss Scream 4.

Carissa and I review Scream 3 and I break the seal on an EH Taylor Straight Rye, courtesy of Canyon City Liquor in Azusa. Cheers!

I break the seal on the new Jack Daniels Heritage Barrel and Carissa joins me to discuss Scream 2.

Going solo today to do a quick review of the new horror film, Good Boy, starring Indy the dog. I also break the seal on the brand new Sagamore Spirit 10 year old rye whiskey. Cheers!

FOr the next couple weeks Carissa will be co-hosting to discuss all of th Scream movies. She somehow has never seen them before so this should be a fun rewatch. Of course we're starting with the Wes Craven classic that started it all, Scream from 1996. 

I'm finally able to drink whiskey again so I'm celebrating with a Four Roses 2024 limited Edition Small Batch.

Here's the stats:
Proof: 108.2
Age: Blend of 12, 15, 16, and 20 year old bourbons

Mashbill:
Blend of four bourbons, comprised of three different recipes:
31% OBSV Recipe: 12 Years, 60% Corn, 35% Rye, 5% Malted B...

Carissa and I start off this Halloween season with Event Horizon. This is a childhood favorite of hers but my first time watching. Cheers!

In this episode of Drinks and a Movie, I'm reviewing First Blood (1982), the film that introduced the world to John Rambo, and compare it to David Morrell’s 1972 novel that inspired it. We’ll look at how the movie streamlined and reshaped the source material, why Stallone’s performance became iconic, and how the book’s darker, more complex themes differ from the Hollywood version. Along the way, I’ll talk about the production history, the cultural context of post-Vietnam America, and why First Blood remains one of the most striking action thrillers of its time. Grab a drink and join me fo...

Set over the course of twelve hours in the Bunker Hill district of Los Angeles, The Exiles follows a group of young Native American men and women who have relocated from reservations to the city as part of mid-20th-century federal relocation programs. The film depicts their lives in bars, pool halls, and streets, exploring themes of alienation, searching for identity, and longing for home. With a cinéma vérité style, The Exiles shows the tension between tradition and modern urban life, capturing both moments of joy and the quiet despair of disconnection.

Shot in Los Angeles wit...

Carissa returns to the show to discuss John Carpenters Village of the Damned from 1995. I've been recovering from a long stretch of illness so no drink review on this one unfortunately.

The James Bond talk isn't over yet! I invite my friend and frequent guest Matt Lackey back to the show to discuss Licence to Kill, the 16th film in the Eon Productions Bond series and Timothy Daltons 2nd and Final outing as the 007 character.

I love this movie and wanted to chat about it with someone who hasn't seen all the Bond movies. What would their reaction being to seeing Daltons portrayal for the first time in a post Daniel Craig Bond world? And without ever seeing any of the Roger Moore films?

We both apparently...

This week for the Movies that Turn 30 in 2025 wew're disucssing John Carpenter's In The Mouth Of Madness starring Sam Neil. Before reviewing the movie I break the seal on the new Wild Turkey 101 aged 8 years and even compare it with the Jimmy Russell 70th anniversary release of 8 year old 101.

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In this episode of drinks and a movie podcast I’m ranking every single James Bond opening title song—From Russia with Love to No Time To Die. We’re talking Shirley Bassey, Paul McCartney, Adele, Billie Eilish, and everyone in between.. I’m sipping on a bold Elijah Craig Single Barrel store pick from Canyon City Liquor in Azusa, CA—a rich, spicy bourbon with deep caramel and oak notes as well as a hint of cream of wheat with brown sugar that’s perfect for this iconic franchise. Which themes capture the essence of 007? Whic...

In this week’s episode of Drinks and a Movie, we’re heading into the shadowy, hard-boiled streets of Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez’s 2005 neo-noir masterpiece, Sin City. We break down the film’s bold visual style, interweaving storylines, and unforgettable characters while sipping on something just as bold—Maker’s Mark newest wood finishing series “The Keepers Release”.

We’re back with another entry in our Movies That Turn 30 in 2025 series!
This time, Matt Lackey and I dive into Pixar’s groundbreaking classic, Toy Story—the film that forever changed animation and launched a franchise (and plenty of tears).

To pair with this nostalgic rewatch, we’re trying Hardin’s Creek Golden Origins Corn Whiskey from Jim Beam's experimental Hardin’s Creek line. This limited release features a bold mashbill of 80% corn, 15% rye, and 5% malted barley, offering up notes of caramel corn, toasted oak, and a smooth finish that really surprised us.
It's an elevated tak...

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I’ve officially completed my journey through all 25 Eon-produced James Bond films, and now it’s time to rank them all from worst to best! From Sean Connery’s iconic debut in Dr. No, to Daniel Craig’s emotional finale in No Time To Die, I break down my personal rankings of every official 007 film. This video is a companion piece to my Drinks and a Movie Podcast, where I recently finished a full James Bond series—watching all the Eon films for the first time and discussing them in-depth. Along the way, I paired the experie...

This week Malia joins the show once again! We're discussing Jumanji from 1995 and try out one of the newest releases from Nelson's Greenbrier. This is their 8 year old Tennessee Rye whiskey coming in at 90 proof. We try it side by side with Nelson Bros Rye to see which one comes out on top. We also dive into the father son dynamics of Jumanji and more. Listen to hear if this movie holds up for us. Cheers!

It’s the end of the line for Daniel Craig’s Bond — and the final pour in our 007 series. In Episode 25, I’m closing out my James Bond retrospective with a deep dive into No Time to Die (2021) — a bold, emotional, and divisive conclusion to the Daniel Craig era. With high stakes, stunning visuals, and a shocking farewell, this film redefines what it means to be 007.

To mark the occasion, I’m pairing the film with a pour of Jack Daniel’s 14-Year-Old Tennessee Whiskey — a limited release with bold character, deep oak, and a long-lasting finish that mirrors Bond’s f...

We've arrived at the penultimate James Bond film! Spectre (2015) — the long-awaited return of Ernst Stavro Blofeld. To match the sleek and brooding energy of Spectre, I’m pouring a glass of Michter’s 10 Year Old Bourbon — a bold, refined whiskey with depth and character that perfectly complements this shadowy Bond adventure.
If you're a fan of Bond films, bourbon, or both, this episode is a smooth ride through high-stakes espionage and high-proof flavor. 🎧 Available now on all podcast platforms

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This week on Drinks and a Movie, Carissa joins me and we dive into the long-awaited return to the rage virus universe with 28 Years Later! Join us as we break down the next chapter in Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s post-apocalyptic saga. Does it live up to the legacy of 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later? We’re talking new characters, shocking twists, and the state of horror in 2025. Whether you're a longtime fan of the franchise or just curious about the hype, this episode is a must-listen. Grab a drink and let’s rage!