The Drive-in Speakerbox

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A weekly live show established in 2004 centered around the world of film and media! Your hosts Bo & Jake catch up a week in film reviews, movie news, box office reports and more each week! Tune in live and comment on our Youtube, Facebook and Twitch streams each week at 8PM CST!

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226 episodes

Episode 1005: Godzilla x Kong review and more

This episode aired on 4/1/24. It's April fools day, we don't mess with that garbage because it's annoying and confusing. The real world makes no sense enough as it is. We review Godzilla x Kong, which is basically less believable that this movie exists than half the April fools pranks I've seen today.

1h 2m
Apr 02
Episode 1004: Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, Road House and more!

This episode aired on 3/25/24. This week we get to bustin the busters as we talk about Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire. We catch up on the week in film and discuss You can call me Bill and Roadhouse as well. 

1h 7m
Mar 26
Episode 1003: A slim week at the theater, but that won't stop us.

This episode aired on 3/18/24. This week we break down some new trailers, like The Crow and others, discuss the week in news, review Netflix's Damsel and catch up on what's happening in the world of film.

54m
Mar 19
Episode 1002: We review Dune 2. Spoiler: it rules.

This episdoe aired on 3 - 11 - 2024. We saw the much anticipated Dune sequel and loved it. We also talked about a ton of other things, so get in here.

1h 2m
Mar 19
Episode 1001: Let's review Drive-Away Dolls, then talk about our usual mess.

This episode aired on 2/26/24. Bo caught the new film Drive-Away Dolls, and we find out what Jake saw when he rolled into the studio eventually. We caught up in the week in news and chatted with our viewers!

1h 0m
Feb 27
Episode 1000: One Love, A web of letdowns and more

This episode aired on 2/19/24. We talk about Xmen 97, Cohen Brothers, Iron Claw and more nostalgia...Bo managed to catch the new Bob Marley biopic One Love, and we get caught up on the rest of the weeks news in film!

1h 5m
Feb 20
Episode 999: Lisa Frankenstein, Valentines and more movie stuff

This episode aired on 2/12/24. Valentine's day is right around the corner, the "Big Game" just wrapped up with tons of new trailers dropping and we dive into Lisa Frankenstein and other fun movie talk. 

52m
Feb 13
Episode 998: Argyle and more AI weirdness

Welcome to the Drive-In Speakerbox Podcast. In this episode, we unearth the realities of AI in the film industry and its influence on cinema. We walk you through our recent movie-viewing experiences and discuss how elements like A-list lines and Impossible Nuggets are transforming the movie-going experience. We also pay tribute to the late Carl Weathers, a legend deeply mourned by the film community, and encourage audiences to cherish his legacy by revisiting his timeless movies. On a lighter note, we discuss our anticipations and concerns regarding upcoming film releases, and critically analyze the modern cinematic trend of overemphasis on action. As the discussion progresses, we delve into the 'Marvelization' trend in Hollywood and discuss upcoming projects, including a star-studded movie featuring Chris Hemsworth and Sam Rockwell. We also provide a sneak peek into future releases like the intriguing 'Out of Darkness.' The episode concludes with a candid chat on immortality in films and our hopes for the upcoming Highlander reboot. In a surprising detour, we venture into the arena of gaming, dissecting the Final Fantasy CGI movie and game series. Wrapping up with a movie review of "Argyle," this episode is a must-listen for movie geeks and casual listeners alike. Further, we explore recent cinema releases, their box office performance, and potential revivals of classic hits like 'The Buttercream Gang'. An insightful box office report for the first week of February 2024, the global success of American Fiction and Anyone But You, and the unexpected triumph of The Chosen series make this episode a thrilling cinematic journey. So, tune in to get a movie tour right at your fingertips!

57m
Feb 13
Episode 997:Let's talk Fighter and say goodbye to January!

Join us for the Drive-In Speaker Box Podcast episode aired on January 29th as we dive deep into the world of current movie releases, iconic classics, and upcoming trailer reviews. From critically analysing Fighter, a highly anticipated Bollywood masterpiece to discussions about the remake of American classic- Roadhouse, our hosts deliver insightful movie reviews and predictions. As we near our 1000th episode, reflect back on our exciting journey through an array of Hollywood releases, Bollywood wonders, comic adaptations, and much more. Get candid views on comic-to-film transitions, the touch of digital jukeboxes in local bars, and the significance of awards in film-making. Join our humorous and rigorous debate around cinema evolution, be it the genre-shifts or audience-targeting decisions. Revisit Ghostbusters' legacy - a correlate of changing audience preferences, genre manipulation, and marketing strategies. Understand the fine balance of comedy and action in today's cinema and relish our comprehensive review of Fighter, and a quick glance into Matthew Vaughn's 'Argyle'. As we traverse through the mesmerizing journey that Fighter provides, gain an understanding of Bollywood's unique storyline orchestration that reels viewers into a potpourri of patriotism, romance, comedy and high-octane action sequences. Also, get a roundup of recent box-office successes including Mean Girls the Musical and Godzilla Minus One. Whether you're a cinema enthusiast or a leisure listener, our podcast delivers engaging content that's bound to keep you hooked. Tune in for our captivating discussions and share your thoughts on the discussed movies!

52m
Jan 30
Let's talk Poor Things.

This episode aired on 1/22/24. Despite even more winter weather, Bo braved the elements to check out Poor Things and gives you his break down on this whacky tale.

1h 6m
Jan 23
Episode 995: Beekeepers and winter weather

This episode aired on 1/15/24.We braved the icy roads to chat with you about the week in movies as well as review the Beekeeper!

48m
Jan 16
Episode 994: No new movies but plenty to talk about

This episode aired on 1/8/23. We get caught up on what's coming out this weekend and the new year. Bo finally caught up on some things both movies and TV, and jake shares with us some of his favorite movie snacks. 

57m
Jan 09
Episode 993: 2024 is here! So what’s in store for us this year?

This episode aired on 1/1/24. It's the first day of 2024. Bo and Jake catch up on the news and make some predictions about 2024.

57m
Jan 02
Episode 992: Wonka and Aquaman, what a holiday combo....

This episode aired on 12/26/23. Bo and Jake caught Wonka and Bo saw the new Aquaman, and we catch up after being gone for a couple of weeks.

47m
Jan 02
Episode 991: The Boy and The Heron, Onyx the Fortuitous and more.

This episode aired on 12/12/23. Bo caught The Boy and the Heron as well as Onyx The Fortuitous. We catch up on the week in this special Tuesday episode. 

52m
Dec 13, 2023
Episode 990: Let’s talk Godzilla and the Holiday film season.

This episode aired on 12/4/23. December is upon us and holiday films are supposed to be in full swing, but why is there nothing interesting coming out? Jake fills us in on the new Godzilla film, and we cover a lot of new trailers!

1h 3m
Dec 05, 2023
Episode 988: Happy Thanksgiving!

This episode aired on 11/20/23. Thanksgiving is nearly upon us and we take this week to talk about some of our favorite Thanksgiving things, and of course, keep you informed on what's going on in the movie scene.

1h 2m
Nov 21, 2023
Episode 986: November is here, does that mean Christmas?

This episode aired on 11/6/23. We are back in the studio post Halloween and everything already feels like Christmas is beating down the doors.

59m
Nov 07, 2023
Episode 985: Halloween Eve!

This episode aired on 10/30/23. It's Halloween eve! and we get spooky in the studio!

1h 10m
Oct 31, 2023
Episode 984: Didn’t see Killers of the Flower Moon, but did catch The Creator

This episode aired on 10/23/23. Bo finally gets a chance to see The Creator, Jake catches another foreign film and we get ready for Halloween weekend!

1h 3m
Oct 24, 2023
Episode 982: We review Haunting in Venice and more!

This episode aired on 10/9/23 Bo watches the latest installment of the Agatha Christie series "Haunting in Venice" and Jake catches us up on whatever he's been doing.

59m
Oct 10, 2023
Episode 981: Dumb Money and more!

This episode aired on 10/2/23 Bo managed to squeeze in some Dumb Money this week, and we catch up with what Jake has been up to, and how much he hates jump scares. 

56m
Oct 03, 2023
Episode 980: 9-25-2023

This episode aired on 9/25/23 Bo has been hard at work with Nightmare on Block Street and Jake fills us in on Jawan and Expendables 4!

1h 8m
Sep 26, 2023
Episode 979: Equalizer 3, Netflix One Piece and They Live!

This episode aired live on 9/4/23. This week we catch up on the Fathom event showing of They Live as well as the new Equalizer 3 film. We also talk about the new Netflix live action One Piece, as if we need another reason to get Jake on a weeb tangent.

1h 19m
Sep 05, 2023
Episode 979 Chaos ensues and we talk about everything

This episode aired live on 8/28/23. This week there wasn't much for new releases so we chat with our viewers and catch up on the week in news. 

1h 13m
Aug 29, 2023
Episode 977: Last Voyage of the Demeter and more!

This episode aired live on 8/13/23. Jake and I cram talk about Draculas, Bo reviews the new Last Voyage of the Demeter and the usual week in news!

1h 0m
Aug 14, 2023
Episode 976: Meg 2, Talk To Me & TMNT Mutant Mayhem all in one show!

This episode aired live on 8/7/23. Jake and I cram three whole reviews into one show. Can we do it? Your guess is as good as mine. We might have a chance if there are no Hindi films Jake needs to review. 

1h 1m
Aug 08, 2023
Episode 975: Haunted Mansion, Barbenheimer and catching up

This episode aired live on 7/31/23. Jake and I return from a week off to catch you up on Haunted Mansion, Barbenheimer and we say farewell to Paul Reubens. 

1h 2m
Aug 01, 2023
Episode 974: Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning part one review one.

This episode aired live on 7/17/23. Jake and I give you the scoop on the new Mission Impossible chapter, the Hollywood strikes and more news!

1h 19m
Jul 18, 2023
Episode 973: Let’s get ready for Mission Impossible!

This episode aired live on 7/10/23. Not a lot of new movies to discuss, but we prep ourselves for the newest Mission Impossible film and discuss the week in movie news!

1h 9m
Jul 11, 2023