Not In a Creepy Way

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By: Eric Anderson

Eric, his brothers, and his friends discuss movies, television, music, and whatever else tickles our fancy - but not in a creepy way

Man of Steel
#639
Today at 12:06 AM

Brothers J and Drew discuss the 2013 film Man of Steel, a failure of a movie with an amazing cast, especially Michael Shannon.

Housekeeping begins at 55:05 during which they discuss student drivers and Zach Snyder

File length 1:11:53

File Size 56.3 MB

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Suspiria 2018
#638
10/11/2025

It’s spooky season and Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2018 modern dance and witchcraft movie Suspiria, a reimagining of Dario Argento’s 1977 cult classic. Drew didn’t quite get it and found it deeply indulgent. Eric admits that he didn’t get it on first viewing either but now appreciates it quite a bit. Along they way they discuss the German Autumn of 1977, The Red Army Faction, the Baader Meinhof group, Ruth Bre collectives, modern dance, and horror journalist extraordinaire Stacie Ponder (who Eric calls Susie Ponder accidentally but he's blaming witchcraft).

Housekeeping begins at 1:13:30 during which th...


The Highwaymen 2019
#637
10/05/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the 2019 film “The Highwaymen” starring Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson, both really compelling actors who chew a lot of scenery in this laconically paced film. Along the way they provide a brief history of 1920’s and 1930’s Texas politics and talk about Space Cowboys, My Fellow Americans, and the Mob Museum in Primm, Nevada.

Housekeeping begins at 42:25 during which they movies about old men, actor Michael Shannon’s musical career, R.E.M., and using temporary insanity as a defense against allegations of destruction of crockery.

File length 58:13

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Superman 2025
#636
09/28/2025

Two-Thirds of the Brothers loved Superman 2025. And then there’s Brother J. Along the way they mention Jonathan Coulton, Tom Waits, and Gene Hackman.

 

Housekeeping begins at 1:02:00 during which they discuss garage door technology, lost and found cats, and plumbing.

 

File length 1:19:38

File Size 56.9 MB

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American Graffiti
#635
09/21/2025

The brothers discuss the 1973 George Lucas movie “American Graffiti,” which Eric enjoyed but Drew and J not so much. Housekeeping begins at 45:00 during which they discuss the amazing career of Robert Redford

 

File length 1:02:57

File Size 44.2 MB

 

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Thunderbolts
#634
09/14/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2025 Marvel film Thunderbolts* which was a really good movie featuring the extremely talented Florence Pugh.

 

Housekeeping begins at 47:00 during which they discuss ALIEN: EARTH, Moon Knight, and Peacemaker,

File length 54:46

File Size 40.3 MB

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The Thursday Murder Club
#633
09/07/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the 2025 cozy mystery The Thursday Murder Club which has an all-star cast and is a pleasantly light lift.

Housekeeping begins at 22:28 during which they give an Old Folks Home update then discuss UV resin crafting, how Eric’s cats are both destroying his property and his sanity, and Jason’s computer monitor improvisation

File length 1:00:27

File Size 44.1 MB

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Old Guard 2
#632
09/01/2025

Brothers J and Drew discuss the 2025 Netflix film Old Guard 2 which was a huge disappointment -- worse than Gladiator 2. J gave this an “F” and Drew said it would make him not want to rewatch the first one (a genuinely good movie) because it would remind him of how bad this was.

Housekeeping begins at 37:30 during which they discuss J’s mission of mercy, Drew’s state fair experience, and craft fair prep.

File length 1:01:23

File Size 46.6 MB

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Andor Season 2
#631
08/24/2025

The Brothers wrap up Andor (and most of Star Wars) in a dire but satisfying way.

 

Housekeeping begins about 1:16:00 during which they discuss The Good Wife, 1960’s Ocean’s 11, KPOP: Demon Hunters, field-dressing a steel-belted radial, and another harrowing chapter of Mother Anderson’s misadventures.

 

File length 1:42:26

File Size 62.9 MB

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Slingshot and Red Eye
#630
08/17/2025

Brothers J and Eric watched Slingshot from 2024 while Drew and Eric watched Red Eye from 2005. Both films are C+ grade films with A level actors: Casey Afflek and Laurence Fishburne in Slingshot and Cillian Murphy, Rachel McAdams, and Brian Cox in Red Eye. Neither film is particularly worth watching but are fun to talk about.

 

Housekeeping begins at 54:50 during which they discuss K-POP Demon Hunters, the How to Survive with Danielle and Kristine podcast, Drew’s dreams, Benny Blanco, and Missio Dei by Missio.

 

File length 1:19:17

File Size 56.7 MB

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Remembering Tom Lehrer
#629
08/10/2025

Eric takes listeners through a tour of satirical songs by mathematics professor and national treasure, Tom Lehrer, who passed away this July at age 97. Now he’s jamming with Mozart, Karen Carpenter, and Ozzy Osbourne

Song List:

The Elements

Poisoning Pigeons in the Park

Wernher von Braun

Who’s Next National Brotherhood Week

The MLF Lullaby

The Folk Song Army

I Got It From Agnes

Smut

Decimal Currency

That’s Mathematics

Lobachevsky

Oedipus Rex


Runaway Jury
#628
08/03/2025

Brothers J and Drew discuss the 2003 legal thriller Runaway Jury which they enjoyed for the cast (including Gene Hackman) but not necessarily the writing.

Housekeeping begins at 31:15 during which they discuss Drew’s 25th Anniversary, Neil deGrasse Tyson, wood wasps, and a Skylight calendar.

File length 53:29

File Size 43.8 MB

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Andor Season 1
#627
07/27/2025

The brothers discuss season one of Andor, a Star Wars show not about anyone named Skywalker and not involving Tatooine. They all liked where it went but had differing levels of enjoyment getting there.

Housekeeping begins at 55:30 during which they discuss J’s Apple Watch difficulties.

File length 1:05:45

File Size 47.3 MB

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K-POP Demon Hunter
#626
07/20/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2025 animated film K-POP Demon Hunters and it is a doggone joy, full of song that slap. Along the way Eric recommends the Behind the Bastards podcast.

 

Housekeeping begins at 35:00 during which they Jack Black, Brutal Legend, Dexter: Resurrection, Superman, and whether we are cruise people.

 

File length 1:16:26

File Size 58.2 MB

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Grenfell Uncovered
#625
07/13/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the Netflix documentary “Grenfell Uncovered,” about the Grenfell Tower Fire in 2017. It’s very interesting but also pretty grim.

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Housekeeping begins at 1:07:15 during which they fireworks, the cost of living, and using AI.

 

File length 1:24:27

File Size 60.8 MB

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Black Bag
#624
07/06/2025

Brothers J and Drew discuss the 2025 Steven Soderbergh film Black Bag which was not quite what they expected but that they enjoyed. Along the way they discussed movies by mail Netflix, The Agency, and The Jackyl.

Housekeeping begins at 35:35 during which they discuss The Good Wife, Michael J Fox, passive aggression toward neighbors, M3gan 2.0, the podcast The Town With Matthew Belloni, and the new James Bond

File length 1:08:57

File Size 49.9 MB

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To Wong Foo Thanks For Everything Julie Newmar
#623
06/29/2025

The brothers invite guest Travis Wonders back to discuss the 1995 movie “To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar,” which… holds up! And bless Travis for doing research for this movie. Along the way they discuss the films “It’s My Party,” and “Sorted Lives.”

File length 1:22:45

File Size 63.1 MB

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Sisu
#622
06/22/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2022 Finnish film Sisu which is… doing a thing. If you want to see Nazi’s killed in an over-the-top gory way, this is the film for you. Wes Anderson it ain’t.

 

Housekeeping begins at 25:20 during which they discuss a bad Captain America movie, the Matrix, Dirty Dancing, and sending a child to sleepaway camp.

 

File length 1:06:36

File Size 45.9 MB

 

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NIACW 621 Acidman Phoenician Scheme
#621
06/15/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the 2022 film Acidman and the 2025 film The Phoenician Scheme. Both recommend seeing The Phoenician Scheme in the theater and Acidman maybe not at all. Because this is a short ep we’ve added Arch Obler’s Lights Out “The Chicken Heart” because it’s fun.

 

File length 1:06:52

File Size 43.2 MB

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Ahsoka Season 1
#620
06/08/2025

The Brothers discuss Ahsoka season 1, which Drew and J thought made a lot of bad decisions, especially with the character of Sabine. Eric enjoyed it throughout. There’s a lot of deep diving.

 

File length 1:32:21

File Size 67.3 MB

 

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Margin Call
#619
06/01/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2011 film “Margin Call” which Drew loves and Eric was persuaded to appreciate. The discussion flows to JC Chandor’s other directorial projects including a deep dive into the lore of Spider-man. Following that they discuss needing to watch The Order, a recommendation for the “Weird Little Guys” podcast, Thunderbolts*, cults, and Sarah Vowell

 

File length 1:11:49

File Size 48.7 MB

 

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Lou
#618
05/25/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the Allison Janney film “Lou,” which could have been called “Mom Wick.” It’s pretty decent. Beforehand they discuss the docudrama “iHostage,” which was not as fun nor satisfying; Operation Ajax and the CIA coup of Iran, and Jurnee Smollett.

 

Housekeeping begins at 38:20 during which they discuss getting a Mac Mini.

 

File length 53:34

File Size 39.4 MB

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Fractured
#617
05/18/2025

Brothers J and Drew discuss the 2019 Netflix film ‘Fractured,’ which contained a lot of talented actors but was not ultimately successful. Along the way they discuss the ethics of organ donation.

 

Housekeeping begins at 36:20 during which they the TV show Fringe, big purchase karma punishment, how objects select their own places in your home, plumbing issues, and the long distance purchase of a car.

 

File length 1:07:02

File Size 48.2 MB

 

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The Mandalorian Season 3
#616
05/11/2025

The brothers discuss the Mandalorian season 3 and all liked it quite a bit. Along the way they discuss the Simon Boswell soundtrack to the movie Hardware, Nirvana, having a brother with a cool job.

 

Housekeeping begins at 53:05 during which they discuss Episode III in the theatre, buying a minivan, and vanity license plates.

 

File length 1:17:41

File Size 52.7 MB

 

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The Book of Boba Fett
#615
05/04/2025

The brothers discuss The Book Of Boba Fett, an entry into the Star Wars universe that Eric enjoyed more than Drew and J.

 

Housekeeping begins at 52:10 during which they discuss Terraforming Mars, hot water heaters, using video games and audiobooks to dissociate but co-op video games to reassociate with family, Eric’s last iPod, taking one’s children to a non-kid movie at their choice, and spiders.

 

File length 1:19:43

File Size 54.4 MB

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Smile 2
#614
04/27/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2024 film Smile 2, the follow up with Smile, which we loved (and discussed in episode 496). Eric like this as much but Drew found it unsatisfying. Drew wanted an exploration of the universe that he did not get. Eric loved the main character enough to forgive the film for not aiming higher.

 

Housekeeping begins at 41:01 during which they discuss their own inability to remember to which movies they’ve devoted an episode, unnecessary sequels, anticipating seeing Revenge of the Sith in a theater, raising kids, and The Pitt .

 

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NIACW 613 The Dig
#613
04/20/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the 2021 Ralph Fiennes film “The Dig,” which was deliberately paced but still good. Along the way they discuss CPR rhythm songs and the top pop songs from 1939.

 

Housekeeping begins at 35:40 during and if it wasn’t clear earlier we released this episode months after we recorded it is when we mention snowy weather. Drew probably thinks we are mocking him for his much more recent furnace issues. J tells the story of how online applications sometimes make the things we used to do easily much more difficult. Oh and Eddie Rabbitt...


Better Man
#612
04/13/2025

Brothers J and Drew discuss the bizarre Robbie Williams biopic “Better Man.” They loved it!

Housekeeping begins at 48:10 during which they discuss EVEN MORE furnace issues, tabletop roleplaying games, songwriting, and candy.

File length 1:18:53

File Size 58.3 MB

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The Mandalorian Season 2
#611
04/06/2025

The brothers discuss season 2 of The Mandalorian which they agreed was much better than season 1. They enjoyed the return of beloved characters and fun casting choices: Timothy Olyphant, Michael Biehn, Katee Sackhoff, Bill Burr, Ming-Na, Wen, and Richard freakin’ Brake

Housekeeping begins at 55:15 during which they discuss boiler maintenance, IMAX festivals, and sectional furniture

 

File length 1:27:29

File Size 62.3 MB

 

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NIACW 610 Den of Thieves 2
03/30/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2025 heist film "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera," which was much less successful than its predecessor. Along the way they discuss the 1977 Tenerife airport disaster, Scarface, Reacher, and the evils of venture capital.

Housekeeping begins at 48:25 during which they discuss Uncle Jon’s true Apple device stance, volcanic predictions, footage of a recent fire inside a local car wash, and Drew’s favorite TV series this year “The Pitt”

File length 1:09:59

File Size 55.3 MB

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The Menu
#609
03/23/2025

The brothers discuss the dark comedy The Menu. They all agree the performances were good and the satire was wicked but Brother J didn’t like one casual treatment of a serious subject. Drew and Eric loved it without reservations (see what we did there?)

Housekeeping begins at 36:45 during which they discuss changing cell phone carriers and how it relates to the car buying experience, the joys of a Costco membership, Gene Hackman, and the Christopher Reeve Superman movies.

File length 1:04:26

File Size 46.2 MB

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Nosferatu 2024
#608
03/16/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2024 Robert Eggers remake of the 1922 film Nosferatu. It’s beautiful and moves along better than the original. Along the way they use tiktok influencer iamdavidchristiansen to Explain the Heptagram or ‘Elven Star’ . They also discuss Life cereal commercials and the Litter Robot by Whiskers

File length 1:03:43

File Size 45.0 MB

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The Mandalorian Season 1
#607
03/09/2025

The brothers dive back into the Star Wars universe with The Mandalorian season 1. Eric gets shamed for not doing his homework so they recorded this in two parts. Along the way they discuss family history, sports, poor college habits, the Jericho Trumpets of the Stuka bombers, and “shooting in the Volume.”

 

File length 1:40:31

File Size 72.5 MB

 

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The Company You Keep
#606
03/02/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the 2012 Robert Redford film “The Company You Keep.” It’s a throwback to an earlier kind of thriller and it made them appreciate the acting of Shia LaBeouf and a huge cast of great character actors.

Housekeeping begins at 34:45 during which they discuss British vs American chocolate and sassafras vs sarsaparilla .

Here’s the song Shia LaBeouf

File length 59:05

File Size 43.4 MB

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Conclave
#605
02/22/2025

The present Pontiff’s prognosis is poor so there’s no better time for a Pope picking procedural, 2024’s Conclave. It’s excellent.

 

Housekeeping meanders in around 34:00 during which the brothers discuss the Academy Awards, iconography, Veruca Salt, and Dexter.

 

File length 54:29

File Size 40.9 MB

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Gladiator 2
#604
02/16/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the 2024 film Gladiator II. Drew was vexed, mightily vexed.

Housekeeping begins at 45:40 during which they discuss mending fences and Nick Cave.

File length 1:09:37

File Size 50.6 MB

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Gladiator
#603
02/08/2025

Brothers Drew and Eric discuss the Ridley Scott film Gladiator. It’s a fun ride

Housekeeping begins at 1:04:00 during which they discuss holiday adventures, breathing, Lego, and packing luggage.

 

File length 59:32

File Size 47.4 MB

 

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Slow Horses Season 3
#602
02/01/2025

Brothers J and Drew discuss third season of Slow Horses as well as true tales of Alaskan foxes.

Housekeeping begins at 1:07:39 during which they discuss wind storms, generators, and home owners insurance.

File length 1:26:41

File Size 62.0 MB

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Kimi
#601
01/26/2025

Brothers J and Eric discuss the 2022 Steven Soderbergh film Kimi, starring Zoe Kravitz. It’s lightweight but fun. Along the way they discuss grooming standards of the police and improviser Andy Daily and his character Dalton Wilcox

 

File length 1:11:00

File Size 56.3 MB

 

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Dune 2
#600
01/19/2025

The brothers discuss Dune 2, an epic film with rich visuals. While it doesn’t hold the audience’s hand with regard to characters and backstory, it’s a great ride.  

Housekeeping begins at 1:18:00 during which they discuss AI music and Stephen Lynch

 

File length 1:29:48

File Size 61.6 MB

 

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