Sinopsis
A movie podcast that isn't just a bunch of straight white dudes. Comic Ricky Carmona is joined by critics Alonso Duralde (The Wrap) and April Wolfe (LA Weekly) for a fast, funny flight through film. Who Shot Ya? is news, reviews and in-depth insight, beamed directly into your ears every week.
Episodios
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'BlacKkKlansman' and The Filmography of Spike Lee with Brandon Johnson & Baron Vaughn
17/08/2018 Duración: 01h05minThis is one of our wildest episodes to date. And for our 50th episode, no less! We've got first time guest, comedian Baron Vaughn (Grace and Frankie, Mystery Science Theater 3000) and returning guest Brandon Johnson (Rick and Morty, Animals). They're on to discuss the brand new film, BlacKkKlansman. Brandon, once again, tries to hock bootleg merchandise. Baron earns his anointed title of "The Big Pun" by making puns with a machine gun pace. April holds it down by recommending some post WWII era German-Jewish poetry. And Ricky fixes his car stereo like the Fonz. Plus, the crew discusses the films, style, and career of BlacKkKlansman director Spike Lee. And as always, we have Staff Picks. In news, the "Popular Movies Oscar" gets some support, Idris Elba tells everyone NOT to believe the James Bond hype, and screenwriter John August is compiling the list of popular films that can't be found online. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Kareem: Minority of One April - Point Break Brandon - Crazy Rich Asians Baron
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'The Spy Who Dumped Me' and Top 5 Comedy Duos with Inkoo Kang
10/08/2018 Duración: 01h07minThis is truly a clash of the titans. Drea Clark and Inkoo Kang are featured in the SAME EPISODE! That's right, it's an action packed show where the crew is discussing The Spy Who Dumped Me. Inkoo grills Ricky by asking him, "Why do you hate women?" (She's joking, fyi). Drea cements her status as the show's "wacky neighbor." April can't stop listening to The Tammy's Egyptian Shumba. And Ricky stans for his main man Eddie Murphy. Plus, the gang attempts to name their top 5 comic duos of all time. And as always, staff picks. In news, Jean-Luc Picard is back, Crazy Rich Asians turns Netflix down, and Steven Seagal is appointed a "Special Reperesentative" of Russian Foreign Ministry. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Spy April - Bunny Lake Is Missing Drea - Skate Kitchen Inkoo - 1). Crazy Rich Asians 2). McQueen PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing BlacKkKlansman With Inkoo Kang, April Wolfe, Drea Clark, a
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'Mission: Impossible - Fallout' with Brandon Johnson
03/08/2018 Duración: 01h15minYour mission, should you choose to accept it, is to listen to the newest episode of 'Who Shot Ya?', drink some Café Bustelo, and leave a five star review on Apple Podcasts. This week Ricky Carmona, April Wolfe, and Alonso Duralde are talking about Mission: Impossible - Fallout. They are joined by the hilarious Brandon Johnson, who you may know from voicing Mr. Goldenfold on 'Rick and Morty.' The crew covers every aspect of the movie - the fights, the stunts, the way Angela Bassett say "plutonium." Brandon does his best to hock his collection of bootleg DVDs. Alonso, again, makes the case for his potato salad. Ricky tears Alonso a new one for not inviting him to a Die Hard screening. And April tells us about getting drunk with her mother. Plus, the gang has an in depth discussion on the career of Tom Cruise. And as always, staff picks In news, MoviePass is not doing so hot, Paul Schrader loves Taylor Swift, and two latino and hispanic watchdog groups call for a boycott of Paramount. Weekly Movie Recommendation
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BONUS EPISODE! 'Attack The Block' LIVE at the Dynasty Typewriter theater with Tre'vell Anderson of the LA Times
31/07/2018 Duración: 29minIt's our BONUS episode ya'll! This was a live show recorded on July 5th at the Dynasty Typewritertheater in Los Angeles. We present to you - Attack The Block. The film was screened for the audience followed by a discussion. Ricky, April, and Alonso are joined by LA Times film reporter Tre'vell Anderson. The crew goes through what they love about this film and why it's still so resonant today. Tre'vell compares the film to another classic, Leprechaun in the Hood. Plus the gang takes questions from the audience. A rousing good time for all! With Tre'vell Anderson, April Wolfe, Alonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org. Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher
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Whiteness in Cinema and 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again' with Dave Holmes and Tavia Nyong'o
27/07/2018 Duración: 01h04minOne of our most divisive episodes to date! The crew is joined by the wonderful Dave Holmes as they review Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again. The line is quickly drawn in the sand between those who love this movie and those who hate. You'll have to listen to find out who is on which side! Plus, professor and critic Tavia Nyong'o calls in to discuss "whiteness" as it's presented in cinema. He also elaborates on the recent screening series at the Brooklyn Academy of Music called "BAMcinématek and The Racial Imaginary Institute: On Whiteness." Much to the joy of April, there is an in depth conversation on White Chicks. And as always, we have Staff Picks. In news, James Gunn is fired, Marvel provided counseling centers for Infinity War, and the Cats movie announces its cast. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Lost Boys April - Montenegro Alonso - Buddies Dave - Eighth Grade PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussin
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Skyscraper, The Rock, and a Commemoration of Poetic Justice with Morgan Rhodes
20/07/2018 Duración: 01h06minWe are Alonso-less this week! But no fear, we more than make up for it with our stellar array of guests. We've got the return of Drea "The Dope Rhyme Slaya" Clark. Plus, a first time guest, music supervisor and Heat Rocks host, Morgan Rhodes. The crew is discussing the new Rock film Skyscraper. Several parallels are made between this new "building related action film" and Die Hard. They evaluate the career and acting capabilities of The Rock himself. Plus, Morgan commemorates Poetic Justice on the 25th anniversary of its release. And as always, staff picks. Make sure to listen closely, because the "El Mero-Mero de Navidad" may make a cameo in this episode. In news, a lost Stanley Kubrick script is found, Jude Law addresses Dumbledore's sexuality, and Bruce Willis says Die Hard is NOT a Christmas movie. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Die Hard with a Vengeance April - Innocence Morgan - 1). Paris Blues 2). Love Jones Drea - 1). Blindspotting 2). Pain and Gain PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is f
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Top 5 Directorial Debuts, Oakland, and 'Sorry to Bother You'
13/07/2018 Duración: 01h02minWe're going guest-less this episode as the 'Who Shot Ya?' trio hold down the fort on their own. This week we're covering the movie of the summer, Sorry to Bother You. In the discussion of the film the crew covers the rise of Oakland in cinema, Boots Riley's unique vision, and the powerful political message of the film. Alonso makes a case for a double feature with Sorry to Bother Youand The First Purge. Plus, the crew puts together the ultimate Top Five list of directorial debuts. And as always, staff picks. In news, Thanos apparently killed half of the animals, the cast and crew walk off the 'Roe v. Wade' film, and James Gunn says a good movie can't be ruined by spoilers. TOP FIVE DIRECTORIAL DEBUTS (In no particular order): 1). Orson Welles - Citizen Kane 2). Kasi Lemmons - Eve's Bayou 3). Spike Lee - She's Gotta Have It 4). Joan Micklin Silver - Hester Street 5). Rose Troche - Go Fish Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Nights of Cabiria April - Eighth Grade Alonso - Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation
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4th of July Spectacular: Musicals, Old News and '1776' with All Things Cozy's Matt Piwowarczyk
04/07/2018 Duración: 01h03minIt's our 4th of July episode! So naturally the gang is discussing the 1972 musical - 1776. We are joined by musical "expert" Matt Piwowarczyk of the All Things Cozy podcast. The 'Who Shot Ya?' crew dissects their favorite musicals. And they get to the bottom of why Ricky hates them so much. Our news segment goes way back into the archives for some "relevant" news items. PLUS, Drea Clark interviews director Aaron Katz about his newest film Gemini. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - South Park: Bigger, Longer & Uncut Matt - Psycho Beach Party April - West Side Story Alonso - Such Good Friends Come to our LIVE SHOW on July 5th at the Dynasty Typewriter. We'll be discussing Attack The Block with special guest star Tre'vell Anderson. Buy tickets here! PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Sorry to Bother You With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Matt Piwowarczyk and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what yo
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Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom with Jordan Morris
29/06/2018 Duración: 56minThis week we are graced by podcast royalty - Maximum Fun's own Jordan Morris. He's on the program to talk about Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. The gang reviews the film and in the process discusses what makes the original Jurassic Park work so well. You may be surprised to find that one of our beloved hosts is not a big fan of the original! Jordan gets the opportunity to discuss his new scripted podcast project Bubble. Plus, they discuss the future as presented in movies. The gang decides which movie future they would like to live in, which one scares them, and which one is a little too close to reality for their comfort. In news, Netflix releases 'A Great Day In Hollywood', Elizabeth Olsen found out about the end of Infinity War on the way to set, and some fans want to remake Star Wars: The Last Jedi. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Thing Jordan - L7: Pretend We're Dead April - Leave No Trace Alonso - Three Identical Strangers Come to our LIVE SHOW on July 5th at the Dynasty Typewriter. We'll be d
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Incredibles 2, Pixar, and The State of Queer Cinema
22/06/2018 Duración: 01h08minThis week we have a truly INCREDIBLE episode. Drea returns to discuss Pixar's Incredibles 2. Once again, things get very SEXY when Alonso reads Anthony Lane's controversial review of the film from the New Yorker. The crew compares and contrasts Incredibles 2 with other Pixar films. Drea chastises the gang for quoting her on a previous episode and not giving a proper citation. PLUS, Alonso educates everyone on the current state of queer cinema; what's bad, what's good, and what's the future. In news, Tiffany Haddish tries to get busy with Leonardo DiCaprio, something weird is going on with the Gotti audience reviews, and Natalie Portman wants to make a vegan cooking show. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Hulk Drea - Sin Nombre April - Eyes of Fire Alonso - Tag PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom with Jordan Morris With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Drea Clark and Ricky C
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Stanning for Regina Hall, Reboots and Ocean's 8 with Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers of Las Culturistas
16/06/2018 Duración: 01h04minThis episode is a hoot and a half! The gang is joined by Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers of the Las Culturistas podcast. The program starts very strong with Matt's obsessive "Zapruder-ing" of the A Star Is Born trailer. They then go over the newest heist film Ocean's 8. The room is very divided on this one with all of them returning to the question - "Is there a conflict in this entire movie?" Plus, many of the individuals on this podcast admit to a deep love for the much maligned Norbit. Also, we have a special segment with Drea Clark. She interviews director Bobby Miller about his new film, The Cleanse, with Anjelica Huston and Johnny Galecki. This is a wild episode and is required listening! In news, Eddie Murphy with play Rudy Ray Moore, Hereditary gets a D+ Cinemascore, and male movie critics outnumber female movie critics nearly 4 to 1. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Inside Man Bowen - Kung Fu Hustle Matt - Disobedience April - Starship Troopers Alonso - The New Age PLUS, we have two Spotify playlist
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Weird Meat and 'Wake In Fright' with Benjamin Partridge
08/06/2018 Duración: 58minThis week the gang is lucky enough to be joined by Britain's own, "The Beef and Dairy Network Podcast" host, Ben Partridge. It's a staff choice episode this week, and this time it's April's pick. She chose the 1971 Australian psychological thriller, Wake In Fright. The gang takes apart the film and what makes it so relevant to today's society. Alonso even calls it "toxic masculinity, the movie." The film can be a bit brutal and the crew makes sure to touch upon those elements, including the infamous kangaroo hunting scene. Plus, in celebration of having a beef expert on the show, the gang discusses eating meat in cinema. This segment is obviously titled "Weird Meat." In news, Jeremy Renner broke both his arms shooting Tag, Brett Ratner is telling people he's directing Rush Hour 4, and Benedict Cumberbatch protects a cyclist from muggers. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Jewel's Catch One Benjamin - The Girl With All The Gifts April - Hereditary Alonso - Alex Strangelove PLUS, we have two Spotify playlist
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Movie Tech and 'Solo: A Star Wars Story' with Inkoo Kang
02/06/2018 Duración: 01h01minWe are joined by the incomparable Inkoo Kang. She's here to discuss the newest Star Wars film - Solo: A Star Wars Story. No stone is left unturned as they dissect the notoriously troubled movie. You'll have to listen to the episode to know what they truly think, but April does say watching the movie was like going to school. Inkoo shares her experience of doing 'Molly' for the first time. Plus, the gang discusses the tech advancements that are adding and subtracting to the audience experience. And Inkoo discusses the growing technology of 'Deepfakes.' In news, Ian McKellen says "Gays don't exist" in the eyes of Hollywood, 'Creepy Crawlers' gets its own movie, 'Sesame Street' sues 'The Happytime Murders', and Matthew McConaughey gets "Snooped. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade Inkoo - First Reformed April - Come and See Alonso - Edward II PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're dis
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Deadpool 2 and Adapting Movies Into Video Games with Freddie Wong
25/05/2018 Duración: 59minWe've got fellow Max Funster, co-founder of RocketJump, director, and host of the Story Break podcast Freddie Wong on the program. He joins Ricky, April, and Drea to discuss everything Deadpool 2; the jokes, the violence, and the onslaught of cameos. April introduces the rest of the gang to the expression 'Tits to the glass.' Freddie warns Deadpool cosplayers that they might not be as funny as they think they are. PLUS, the crew takes a look at the beautiful tradition of adapting video games from popular movies. And they even try their hand at adapting a few themselves! In news, Michelle and Barack Obama get a "storytelling partnership" with Netflix, The Human Centipede director gets a new film, and Donald Glover asks "How can you not be pansexual in space?" Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Explorers Freddie - Mission: Impossible II April - The Tale and Not A Pretty Picture Drea - Swiss Army Man PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check
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Home Invasion Films, TV Shows That Turned Into Movies and 'Breaking In' with LaToya Ferguson
18/05/2018 Duración: 59minThis week Ricky, April, and Alonso are joined by TV critic at The A.V. Club, Consequence of Sound, and IndieWire, LaToya Ferguson. They discuss the new Gabrielle Union joint Breaking In (And yes, Ricky does make a Breakin' joke, don't worry). LaToya is convinced that despite the tepid reaction, this is going to be the next Fast and the Furious franchise. The crew discusses their favorite home invasion thrillers, and what makes the genre thrive. Plus, since they have a TV expert on the show, they all discuss the TV shows that were made into movies - the good and the bad. You'll be happy to know, Alonso does find an ally in his campaign for Josie and the Pussycats. And as always, we have our staff picks. In news, someone live tweeted Greta Gerwig at the movie theater, 82 women rally at the Cannes film festival, Dave Matthews is a fan of Lady Bird, and Bryan Fuller is not happy about the Bohemian Rhapsody trailer. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Panic Room LaToya - Tully April - Sisters Alonso - Mahogany P
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Movie Mothers, The Talent of Anna Faris, and 'Overboard'
11/05/2018 Duración: 56minThis week we're going Overboard! The crew discusses the new Anna Faris and Eugenio Derbez film and compares it to the problematic original. They celebrate the underappreciated career of Anna Faris. April bemoans the fact that there are so few good female characters written into comedies. And much to the dismay of Drea, Alonso dumps all over the original Overboard. Plus, the gang discusses some of their favorite mothers in movies - the good and the evil. And as always, we've got staff picks. In news, Bill and Ted 3 is actually happening, Ryan Murphy has the idea for a #MeToo TV show, and the royal wedding will be screened live in in theaters. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Wildcats Drea - Strictly Ballroom April - Revenge Alonso -The Blackwater Lightship PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing Breaking In. With Alonso Duralde, April Wolfe, Drea Clark and Ricky Carmona. You can let us know what you thin
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Avengers: Infinity War
04/05/2018 Duración: 01h01minThis is it! Infinity War has arrived - and the 'Who Shot Ya?' crew is ready. Drea Clark is on the program once again to discuss the biggest movie ever released, Avengers: Infinity War. They try to keep the SPOILERS to a minimum - while still taking time to ponder how Thanos' chin looks like a nutsack. They discuss how Marvel movies operate more like comic books than standard films. Plus, Ricky, Drea, April, and Alonso think up characters that they would add to the Avengers team from different film genres (Heads up, one of the genres is James Cameron movies). Plus, as always, we have our staff picks. In news, Mark Ruffalo accidentally spoiled Avengers: Infinity War, Steven Spielberg reveals how Robin Williams helped him get through shooting Schindler's List, and Tom Cruise jumped out of a plane 106 times. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - Andre The Giant Drea - Colossal April - The 12th Man Alonso - RBG PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Che
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Beauty Standards, Unconventional Sexiness, and I Feel Pretty with Dave White
27/04/2018 Duración: 59minYou'll all feel pretty after this episode! This week's crew is comprised of Ricky Carmon, April Wolfe, Drea Clark, and "Mrs. Alonso Duralde" - film critic, Dave White. They tackle the somewhat controversial new film I Feel Pretty. They discuss beauty standards within the film industry, Amy Schumer, and the juggernaut performance of Michelle Williams as Avery LeClair. Plus, Drea shares a sweet story about Fred Durst and Dave rates some famous sex tapes. Not to mention, the gang talks about those "unconventionally sexy" movie stars that don't get the love they deserve. All on this week's episode! Allison Mack tries to recruit Emma Watson into a sex cult, Victoria Mahoney becomes the first black director on a Star Wars film as she is hired as the second unit director on Star Wars: Episode IX, and John Travolta says working with Fred Durst "may be his favorite" experience on a film. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - A Face In The Crowd Drea - Funny Girl April - Tale of Tales Dave - Western PLUS, we have two S
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Video Game Movies, The Rock, and Rampage with Johnnie Jungleguts and Brady Jandreau
20/04/2018 Duración: 01h02minA MONSTROUSLY huge episode this week. Artist, writer, and podcaster Johnnie Jungleguts joins the gang to talk all about the new joint by The Rock, Rampage. They discuss video game movies and how they are frequently terrible. April reveals her secret admiration for the Super Mario Brothersmovie. And they ponder whether The Rock should learn to say no to some movie scripts. Plus, Brady Jandreau of the new film The Rider sits down with Drea Clark to discuss what it was like going from riding broncos to acting in front of the camera. In news, John Oliver buys Russell Crowe's jockstrap, WakandaCon comes to Chicago, and the gang remembers the life and work of director Miloš Forman. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Endless Alonso - Women Who Kill April - Mercury 13 Johnnie Jungleguts - Street Fighter II: The Animated Movie PLUS, we have two Spotify playlists. One is for Movie Soundtracks and the other is for Movie Scores. Check 'em out! Next week we're discussing I Feel Pretty with Drea Clark. With Johnnie
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"Elevated Horror," Movie Etiquette, and A Quiet Place with Inkoo Kang
13/04/2018 Duración: 01h05minThe return of Inkoo Kang! She joins the crew to discuss A Quiet Place. On this episode, April describes her irritation with the term 'Elevated Horror' and how it is an attempt to distance certain films from the genre itself. Inkoo discusses her physical reaction to the jump scares in scary movies. Ricky regails the gang with a tale of getting kicked out of the theater. April tells a story about sitting next to a breastfeeding mother while watching A Quiet Place. And Alonso hammers home the necessity for keeping your phone off in the movie theater. Plus, this is the last week of the MaxFunDrive, so the Who Shot Ya? friends detail the importance of donating. maximumfun.org/donate. In news, Molly Ringwald has some issues with The Breakfast Club, Zoe Saldana is tired of 'elitists'putting down the Marvel movies, and Margaret Atwood says the 9/11 terrorists were inspired by Star Wars. Weekly Movie Recommendations: Ricky - The Zen Diaries of Garry Shandling Alonso - Lean on Pete April - Sweet Country Inkoo Kang - Th