Wasteland Retrospective
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together.
Chronicle (2012) and Fantastic Four (2015) with Jeff Alan
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into the full directorial story of Josh Trank — from his acclaimed found footage superhero debut to one of Hollywood's most infamous production disasters:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Chronicle (2012) — Josh Trank's groundbreaking found footage superhero film starring Dane DeHaan, Alex Russell & Michael B. Jordan — a genre-defining indie that launched careersFantastic Four (2015) — the notoriously troubled Marvel reboot starring Miles Teller, Kate Mara, Michael B. Jordan & Jamie Bell — one of the most talked-about box office bombs in superhero...Two Days, One Night (2014) and Rust and Bone (2012) with Luke Burian
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two powerful dramas starring Marion Cotillard from the acclaimed Dardenne Brothers and Jacques Audiard:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Two Days, One Night (2014) — directed by Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardenne — Marion Cotillard delivers an Oscar-nominated performance as a factory worker fighting to save her jobRust and Bone (2012) — directed by Jacques Audiard — Marion Cotillard and Matthias Schoenaerts in a raw and devastating French drama about survival and human connectionThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly fi...
Cliffhanger (1993) and Demolition Man (1993) with Mike Hilty
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew creator Mike Hilty for a double dose of peak Sylvester Stallone action from 1993:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Cliffhanger (1993) — directed by Renny HarlinDemolition Man (1993) — directed by Marco BrambillaThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning 90s action, cult cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.
Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd
Also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and...
Scanners (1981) and Videodrome (1983) with Jess Conto
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a deep dive into two of the most visceral and mind-bending films from the master of body horror — writer-director David Cronenberg:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Scanners (1981) — starring Stephen Lack & Michael Ironside — telepathy, exploding heads, and corporate conspiracyVideodrome (1983) — starring James Woods & Debbie Harry — reality, media obsession, and flesh-melding technologyThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning body horror, cult cinema, and hidden gems across every era of fi...
The Big Chill (1983) and Body Heat (1981) with Adam Ritchie
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster Adam Ritchie (KerbRider) for a deep dive into two classic films from writer-director Lawrence Kasdan:
🎬 Films Discussed:
The Big Chill (1983) — starring Kevin Kline, Glenn Close, Jeff Goldblum & Meg Tilly — the definitive baby boomer ensemble dramaBody Heat (1981) — starring William Hurt & Kathleen Turner — a sultry neo-noir thriller that launched Kathleen Turner's careerThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, neo-noir, and hidden gems a...
Drinking Buddies (2013) and Digging for Fire (2015) with Jeff Alan
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two standout mumblecore and indie drama collaborations between director Joe Swanberg and actor Jake Johnson:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Drinking Buddies (2013) — starring Jake Johnson, Olivia Wilde & Anna KendrickDigging for Fire (2015) — starring Jake Johnson, Rosemarie DeWitt & Orlando BloomThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning indie cinema, cult classics, and hidden gems across every era of filmmakin...
4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2007) and Graduation (2016) with Luke Burian
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two powerful dramas from acclaimed Romanian New Wave director Cristian Mungiu:
🎬 Films Discussed:
4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days (2007) — Palme d'Or winner at CannesGraduation (2016) — Best Director at Cannes Film FestivalThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning world cinema, arthouse drama, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.
Shane Conto — film critic...
Stripes (1981) and M*A*S*H (1970) with Mike Hilty
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster Mike Hilty for a double dose of military comedy classics:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Stripes (1981) & M*A*S*H (1970)The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, comedy cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.
Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 Instagram | 🎥 Letterboxd
Also hosts Wasteland Watchlist, Cinematic Wasteland, and Wasteland Spotlight
Mike Hilty — SPDM Cr...
Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) and Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) with Jess Conto
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of one of sci-fi horror's most iconic stories — two film adaptations of Jack Finney's classic novel The Body Snatchers:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) — directed by Philip Kaufman, starring Donald SutherlandInvasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) — directed by Don SiegelThe Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, horror cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaki...
Troy (2005) and Kingdom of Heaven (2004) with Jeff Alan
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a look at two historical epics released in the mid-2000s
🎬 Films Discussed:
Troy (2005)Kingdom of Heaven (2004)The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, arthouse cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.
Shane Conto is a decorated film critic, writer, and YouTuber. Follow his work here:
🌐 Website▶️ YouTube – The Wasteland Reviewer📸 Inst...What Ever Happened to Sweet Baby Jane? (1962) and Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964) with Luke Burian
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two landmark Robert Aldrich psychological thrillers starring the legendary Bette Davis:
🎬 Films Discussed:
What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? (1962) & Hush...Hush, Sweet Charlotte (1964)The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning classic Hollywood, cult cinema, and hidden gems across every era of filmmaking.
Shane Conto — film critic, writer & YouTuber: 🌐 Website | ▶️ YouTube | 📸 In...
X-Men: First Class (2011) and X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014) with Mike Hilty
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of X-Men adaptations, X-Men: First Class (2011) & X-Men: Days of Future Past (2014).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page , The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, and the Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and a fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts, Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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The Dark Crystal (1982) and Labyrinth (1986) with Jess Conto
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by Jess Conto for a double dose of beloved Jim Henson Company fantasy classics:
🎬 Films Discussed:
The Dark Crystal (1982) — Jim Henson & Frank Oz's groundbreaking dark fantasy puppet filmLabyrinth (1986) — the iconic David Bowie fantasy adventure produced by Jim HensonIf you love 80s fantasy films, Jim Henson, practical effects, David Bowie, or classic cult movies — this is essential listening!
The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together...
Anomalisa (2015) and Synecdoche, New York (2008) with Jeff Alan
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker Jeff Alan for a deep dive into two of the most mind-bending, emotionally complex works of writer-director Charlie Kaufman:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Anomalisa (2015)Synecdoche, New York (2008)If you're a fan of existential cinema, surrealist film, arthouse movies, or the singular creative vision of Charlie Kaufman — this is essential listening.
The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to discuss together — spanning cult classics, arthouse cinema...
Night on Earth (1991) and Permanent Vacation (1980) with Luke Burian
This week on The Wasteland Retrospective, host Shane Conto (The Wasteland Reviewer) is joined by film blogger and SPDM Crew podcaster Luke Burian for a deep dive into two early works from indie cinema legend Jim Jarmusch:
🎬 Films Discussed:
Night on Earth (1991)Permanent Vacation (1980)From Jarmusch's lo-fi debut to his acclaimed anthology road film, this episode is essential listening for fans of independent cinema, arthouse film, and 1980s and 1990s American indie movies.
The Wasteland Retrospective is a weekly film podcast where Shane Conto and a guest each pick a related film to dis...
Lord of the Flies (1963) and Lord of the Flies (1990) with Mike Hilty
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of adaptations of William Golding's classic novel, Lord of the Flies (1963) & Lord of the Flies (1990).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page , The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, and the Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and a fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts, Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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Tombstone (1993) and My Darling Clementine (1946) with Jess Conto
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by his wife, Jess Conto, as they discuss a double dose of Wyatt Earp tales, Tombstone (1993) & My Darling Clementine (1946).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and the Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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American History X (1998) and 25th Hour (2002) with Adam Ritchie
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by podcaster and SPDM Crew member, Adam Ritchie, as they discuss a double dose of Edward Norton dramas, American History X (1998) & 25th Hour (2002).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and the Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Adam Ritchie is the host of KerbRider F1 and Screen Time with KerbRider podcast here on the SPDM Crew. He's also the co-host of the Cinematic Wasteland. Check out Adam's thoughts on Instagram and check out his Letterboxd for movie updates!
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Training Day (2001) and End of Watch (2012) with Jeff Alan
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker, Jeff Alan, as they discuss a double dose of David Ayer written cop dramas, Training Day (2001) & End of Watch (2012).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and the Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Jeff is a photographer, video creator, and reviewer of movies and TV shows. Check out his website to see his portfolio and to reach out if you have any photography or videography needs.
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, Linkedin, and Blue Sky. Check out our website w
Paprika (2006) and Millennium Actress (2001) with Luke Burian
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest, who will each pick a related film to discuss. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster, Luke Burian, to discuss a double dose of Satoshi Kon anime, Paprika (2006) & Millennium Actress (2001).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and YouTuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page , The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, and the Wasteland Spotlight on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Luke Burian is a seasoned movie lover with his own movie blog Lost In Movies. Luke is also a frequent contributor on SiftPop and he also appears on the SiftPop Writer's Room podcast and The Scribe Podcast. Check out his Letterboxd, his podcast Flix and Chill, and his podcast he cohosts The Cinematic Wasteland.
If you have a movie selection you think Shane and his guest should cover, or if you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send u
Super Mario Bros. (1993) and Mortal Kombat (1995) with Mike Hilty
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of 90s video game adaptations, Super Mario Bros. (1993) & Mortal Kombat (1995).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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Heat (1995) and Collateral (2004). with Jess Conto
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by his wife, Jess Conto, as they discuss a double dose of Michael Mann LA crime thrillers, Heat (1995) & Collateral (2004).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, and the Cinematic Wasteland on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
Leave us a review and rate us 5 stars on your listening app of choice!
Prisoners (2013) and Enemy (2013) with Jeff Alan
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker, Jeff Alan, as they discuss a double dose of 2013 Denis Villeneuve directorial efforts starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Prisoners (2013) & Enemy (2013).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Jeff is a photographer, video creator, and reviewer of movies and TV shows. Check out his website to see his portfolio and to reach out if you have any photography or videography needs.
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, Linked
Forbidden Planet (1956) and The War of the Worlds (1953) with Luke Burian
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster, Luke Burian, discuss a double dose of alien-focused 1950s science fiction films, Forbidden Planet (1956) & The War of the Worlds (1953).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts the Streaming Wasteland, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and, Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Luke Burian is a seasoned movie lover with his own movie blog Lost In Movies. Luke is also a frequent contributor on SiftPop and he also appears on the SiftPop Writer's Room podcast and The Scribe Podcast. Check out his Letterboxd, his podcast Flix and Chill, and his podcast he cohosts The Cinematic Wasteland.
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The Game (1997) and Panic Room (2002) with Mike Hilty
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest, with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of David Fincher's more entertaining thrillers, The Game (1997) & Panic Room (2002).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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Muriel's Wedding (1994) & Cosi (1996) with Jess Conto
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by his wife, Jess Conto, as they discuss a double dose of 90's Australian dark comedies starring Toni Collette and Rachel Griffiths, Muriel's Wedding (1994) & Cosi (1996).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
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If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason W
Donnie Darko (2001) and The Butterfly Effect (2004) with Jeff Alan
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker, Jeff Alan, as they discuss a double dose of early 00s genre-bending, science fiction dramas, Donnie Darko (2001) & The Butterfly Effect (2004).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Wasteland Spotlight, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Jeff is a photographer, video creator, and reviewer of movies and TV shows. Check out his website to see his portfolio and to reach out if you have any photography or videography needs.
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, Y
The Human Condition Trilogy (1959-1961)
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster, Luke Burian, discuss Masaki Kobayashi's epic anti-war trilogy, The Human Condition (1959-1961).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts the Streaming Wasteland, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and, Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Luke Burian is a seasoned movie lover with his own movie blog Lost In Movies. Luke is also a frequent contributor on SiftPop and he also appears on the SiftPop Writer's Room podcast and The Scribe Podcast. Check out his Letterboxd, his podcast Flix and Chill, and his podcast he cohosts The Cinematic Wasteland.
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The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) and Captain Blood (1935) with Mike Hilty
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of classic swashbucklers from director Michael Curtiz starring Errol Flynn and Olivia de Havilland, The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938) & Captain Blood (1935).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on
Point Break (1991) and Near Dark (1987) with Jess Conto
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by his wife, Jess Conto, as they discuss a double dose of classic Kathryn Bigelow action/thrillers, Point Break (1991) & Near Dark (1987).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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Special 100 Episode Spectacular - Anatomy of a Murder (1959), The Flight of the Phoenix (1965), Harvey (1950), and Winchester '73 (1950)
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this special 100th episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew members (and leader), Mike Hilty, Luke Burian, and Adam Ritchie, to discuss a quartet of James Stewart films, Anatomy of a Murder (1959), The Flight of the Phoenix (1965), Harvey (1950), & Winchester '73 (1950).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Luke Burian is a seasoned movie lover with his own movie blog Lost In Movies. Luke is also a frequent contributor on SiftPop and he also appears on the SiftPop Writer's Room podcast and The Scribe Podcast. Check out his Letterboxd, his podcast Flix and Chill, and his podcast he cohosts The
The Truman Show (1998) and EDtv (1999) with Jeff Alan
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker, Jeff Alan, as they discuss a double dose of films exploring reality TV, The Truman Show (1998) & EDtv (1999).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Jeff is a photographer, video creator, and reviewer of movies and TV shows. Check out his website to see his portfolio and to reach out if you have any photography or videography needs.
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, Linkedin, and
Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) and A Star is Born (1954) with Luke Burian
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster, Luke Burian, discuss a double dose of Judy Garland musicals, Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) & A Star is Born (1954).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts the Streaming Wasteland, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and, Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Luke Burian is a seasoned movie lover with his own movie blog Lost In Movies. Luke is also a frequent contributor on SiftPop and he also appears on the SiftPop Writer's Room podcast and The Scribe Podcast. Check out his Letterboxd, his podcast Flix and Chill, and his podcast he cohosts The Cinematic Wasteland.
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Candyman (1992) and I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997) with Mike Hilty
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of 90s slasher flicks with hook-weilding killers, Candyman (1992) & I Know What You Did Last Summer (1997).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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Grey Gardens (1975) and Grizzly Man (2005) with Jess Conto
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest, with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by his wife, Jess Conto, as they discuss a double dose of classic documentaries about isolated individuals, Grey Gardens (1975) & Grizzly Man (2005).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for providing the logo!
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Friends with Benefits (2011) and No Strings Attached (2011) with Jeff Alan
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker, Jeff Alan, as they discuss a double dose of 2011 rom-coms about friends sleeping with each other, Friends with Benefits (2011) & No Strings Attached (2011).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Jeff is a photographer, video creator, and reviewer of movies and TV shows. Check out his website to see his portfolio and to reach out if you have any photography or videography needs.
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagr
Yojimbo (1961) and Sanjuro (1962) with Luke Burian
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew podcaster, Luke Burian, to discuss a double dose of Akira Kurosawa's samurai tale, Yojimbo (1961) & Sanjuro (1962)
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts the Streaming Wasteland, Wasteland Watchlist, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and, Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Luke Burian is a seasoned movie lover with his own movie blog Lost In Movies. Luke is also a frequent contributor on SiftPop and he also appears on the SiftPop Writer's Room podcast and The Scribe Podcast. Check out his Letterboxd, his podcast Flix and Chill, and his podcast he cohosts The Cinematic Wasteland.
If you have a movie selection you think Shane and his guest should cover, or if you're interested in b
Anaconda (1997) and Lake Placid (1999) with Mike Hilty
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this ninety-third episode, Shane is joined by SPDM Crew creator and podcaster, Mike Hilty, as they discuss a double dose of late 90s creature features, Anaconda (1997) & Lake Placid (1999).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Mike Hilty is a TV and Movie lover and fellow SPDM podcaster. Check out his Instagram, Serializd, and Letterboxd. Also check out other SPDM podcasts Family Movie Night, Sportsball, Mix CD, and SPDM TV, his podcast Geek Speak Louder Than Nerds, and his articles on SiftPop.
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They Live (1988) and Starman (1984) with Jess Conto
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this ninety-second episode, Shane is joined by his wife, Jess Conto, as they discuss a double dose of John Carpenter alien films, They Live (1988) & Starman (1984).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
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If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Blue Sky. Check out our website www.spdmcrew.com!
Shout out to Kristofer Twadell for the awesome theme music and Jason Wilbur at HiFlyer Creative for provid
The Prestige (2006) and The Illusionist (2006) with Jeff Alan
Welcome to The Wasteland Retrospective! This weekly podcast will bring together The Wasteland Reviewer and a guest with each picking a related film to discuss together. For this ninty-first episode, Shane is joined by writer, reviewer, and filmmaker, Jeff Alan, as they discuss a double dose of 2006 magician films, The Prestige (2006) & The Illusionist (2006).
Shane Conto is a decorated movie critic, writer, and Youtuber! Check out his website, his YouTube page The Wasteland Reviewer, and follow him on Instagram, TikTok, and Letterboxd! Check out his other podcasts Wasteland Watchlist, Streaming Wasteland, the Cinematic Wasteland, the Wasteland Vintage Roadshow, and Ruthless Obsession on the SPDM Crew of Podcasts!
Jeff is a photographer, video creator, and reviewer of movies and TV shows. Check out his website to see his portfolio and to reach out if you have any photography or videography needs.
If you have a movie selection that you think Shane and his guest should cover or you're interested in being part of the SPDM Crew, send us an email at spdmcrew@gmail.com. Follow SPDM Crew on Instagram, X, Facebook, YouTube, Linkedin, and Blue Sky.
