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Podcast Like It's 2009

***Podcast Like It's 2009*** is a miniseries covering the films of 2009. Episodes are released on Patreon on Mondays.

As with the 1989 series, the plan will be to highlight approximately the top 30 films of that year. The series started on March 7, 2022 after the Podcast Like It's 1989 series concluded. It will be succeeded by the new Double Features Patreon series.

Episodes that have been released to the main feed unlocked and free to all are denoted by 🔓 in the list below.

*See also:* List of notable films that were not covered.
## 2009 Pre-Rankings

In the Star Trek episode the guys provided their pre-podcast rankings before their rewatch for the show.

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Outside Providence

"50: Outside Providence with Emily Fox" is the 52nd overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999, hosted by Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart. The episode was released on November 7, 2018.

## Description

"One of the quirks of 1999 is that the year produced several high-profile entities’ most off-brand films. Included among these is David Lynch’s not-weird “The Straight Story,” Eddie Murphy’s not-funny “Life,” Disney’s not-musical “Tarzan,” and Rob Reiner’s not-good “The Story of Us.” Add to that “Outside Providence.” Emily Fox (Hindsight, Girlfriends Guide to Divorce) joins us to discuss the Farrelly Brothers-written, coming-of-age, stoner dramedy that doesn’t have any bird’s heads falling off, one-handed bowlers, conjoined twins, or even one drop of semen in any character’s hair."

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello, and welcome to *Podcast Like It's 1999*, the podcast where we talk about the movies from 1999 **from here on top of our watertower** here in 2018."

## Historical Information

"In this coming-of-age comedy, Tim Dunphy (Shawn Hatosy) is leading a go-nowhere existence, spending his days smoking pot and hanging out with his best friend, Drugs Delaney (Jon Abrahams). But Tim's lazy days of getting high are jettisoned after a brush with the law convinces his blue-collar dad (Alec Baldwin) to send him to a Connecticut prep school. The one saving grace of the new school is Jane (Amy Smart), a fellow student Tim falls for immediately."

*Outside Providence* was released on 9/1/1999 in 11th place against The Sixth Sense, Runaway Bride, The 13th Warrior, and Bowfinger. It made $7.3M on a $7M budget. It has 51% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 65% from audiences. Roger Ebert gave the film 1.5 out of 4 stars.

## Ratings

**Outside Providence**
 **Phil** | N/A
 **Emily** | 85

## References

1. ↑ Roger Ebert. Outside Providence. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on April 27, 2022.
BPJ and Clay Pot's Plan

## Synopsis

Buttered Popcorn Jellybean and Clay Pot 's plan was a plan to destroy Bill Cipher.

It was planned at the start of History's Mysteries 3a . Buttered Popcorn Jellybean suggested that him and Clay Pot kill Bill, by playing the Gravity Falls' theme on a tape recorder. At elimination, right before Bill was about to snap, the plan unfolds, and Bill suddenly goes crazy and dissapears.
Look Who’s Talking

"8: Look Who's Talking w/ Corinne Stikeman" is the 8th Patreon episode in the Podcast Like It's 1989 series hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove. The episode was released on March 15, 2021.

## Description

"What is the best parenting movie ever made? That's right, the critically panned, but comercially explosive LOOK WHO'S TALKING! That is, at least, if you are Kenny, or our guest, writer/producer Corinne Stikeman.

We discuss the wonderfully tender leading performances from Kirstie Alley and John Travolta, the improbability of a pitch like this making it to production, and the ups and downs of the movie's decision to let us into the mind of this baby. Plus, how did this movie go from being a massive shrug in the reviews column, to a classic that everyone agrees never should have worked? Kenny pulls from his real life experiences parenting to explain how this movie connected so deeply with parents. Get ready for your jaw to drop when Phil reveals the profit this movie made, and remember: This is NOT a talking baby movie. "

Twitter poll: Is it a talking baby movie?

## Kenny's Intro

Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It's 1989, the podcast where we talk about the films of 1989 **swimming with the sperms** here in 2021.

## Historical information

"The romantic ups and downs of accountant Mollie Jensen (Kirstie Alley) are viewed cynically by a most unusual bystander -- her talking newborn, Mikey (Bruce Willis). She becomes pregnant through an affair with a married man, Albert (George Segal), and then counts on the friendship of taxi driver James (John Travolta) once she discovers Albert is a lying cad. Although Mikey likes James, and James cares for both the baby and Mollie, she isn't sure she can settle down with a blue-collar boyfriend."

*Look Who's Talking* was released 10/13/1989 in 1st place. It made $300M on a $7M budget. It has 56% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 47% from audiences. Ebert gave the film 3 out of 4 stars.

## Ratings

**Look Who's Talking**
 **Phil** | 90
 **Corinne** | 100

## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Look Who's Talking. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 10, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Look Who's Talking. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 10, 2022.
3. ↑ Roger Ebert. Look Who's Talking. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on May 10, 2022.
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade

"1: Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade w/ Bryan Cogman" is the 1st Patreon episode in the Podcast Like It's 1989 series released on January 11, 2021. Kenny and Phil are joined by writer Bryan Cogman (Game of Thrones) to discuss the 3rd Indiana Jones movie.

The episode was released from behind the paywall and onto the main feed on January 11, 2023.

## Description

"Welcome to PODCAST LIKE IT'S 1989. Our new series exclusively on patreon.com/podcastlikeits1989 where we (along with some of our favorite friends and guests) talk about some of the best movies of 1989.

For our first episode, Bryan Cogman (Games of Thrones) joins us to talk about the INDIANA JONES AND THE LAST CRUSADE. We talk about Harrison Ford in his most iconic role, talk Spielberg in his glory days, Sean Connery's career resurgence in the late 80's (recorded before his death) and much more."

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It’s 1999 Presents: Podcast Like It's 1989, **coming at you live from a temple in the middle of a rock quarry....**"

Kenny's intro fizzled out and he was persuaded to try again.

Second try:

"The podcast where we talk about the films of 1989 **for your $3.99 a month** here **from the Temple of the Canyon of the Crescent Moon** in 2020."

## Historical Information

"The intrepid explorer Indiana Jones sets out to rescue his father, a medievalist who has vanished while searching for the Holy Grail. Following clues in the old man's notebook, Indy arrives in Venice, where he enlists the help of a beautiful academic, but they are not the only ones who are on the trail, and some sinister old enemies soon come out of the woodwork."

*Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade* was released 5/24/1989 in 1st place against The Green Mile, Toy Story 2, Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo and Bicentennial Man. It made $474M on a $48M budget. It has 88% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 94% from audiences. Ebert gave the film 3.5 out of 4 stars.

## Ratings

**Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade**
 **Phil** | 99
 **Bryan** | 99

## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 9, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 9, 2022.
3. ↑ Roger Ebert. Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on May 9, 2022.
Stacy Traub

**Stacy Traub** is a writer and producer. She is an executive producer on The Real O'Neals and Blackish.

## Biography

Stacy Traub just finished a season showrunning BLACKISH for ABC and was a showrunner on THE REAL O'NEALS for two seasons. While writing and producing on GLEE (FOX) and TROPHY WIFE (ABC) and KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL (FOX), Stacy developed numerous pilots including, WASHINGTONIENNE (HBO), MIDDLE AGE RAGE (ABC), OTHER PEOPLE'S KIDS (ABC), DIRTY BLONDES (FOX) and THE MASON TWINS (NBC). She also wrote on SPIN CITY (ABC), SUDDENLY SUSAN (NBC), and WHAT I LIKE ABOUT YOU (WB). Stacy also created and executive produced NOTES FROM THE UNDERBELLY, with Warner Brothers Studios, which ran for two seasons on ABC. Stacy began her career as a writer's assistant on MAD ABOUT YOU.

Stacy often appears on episodes with her husband, Hunter Covington.

## Appearances

### Patreon

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Little Monsters

"28: Little Monsters w/ Molly Margraf & Jerica Lieberman" is the 28th Patreon episode in the Podcast Like It's 1989 series hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove. The episode was released on October 2, 2021. This was released on a Saturday instead of the normal Monday schedule. This was also the first Patreon episode of *Podcast Like It's Halloween*.

## Description

"Two episodes in two days? Anything can happen on Podcast Like It's Halloween! Taking us back to 89 for the first time this month is Molly Margraf and Jerica Lieberman, here to talk about the SECOND Fred Savage movie on this patreon, LITTLE MONSTERS!

We analyze the common comparisons this movie draws, from *Monsters Inc*, to *Beetlejuice*, while discussing why this movie didn't really work for us as is, but could work incredibly well as a remake. Cranked up Howie Mandel, little kid nightmare fuel, and (of course) lots of 80s cheese in this one!"

## Kenny's Intro

Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It’s 1989, the podcast where we talk about the films of 1989 **from under your bed** here in 2021.

## Historical Information

"Brian (Fred Savage) isn't scared of the monster living under the bed. On the contrary, when he gets to know the wild-eyed boogeyman, Maurice (Howie Mandel), the pair become fast friends. During the night, Maurice takes his young charge into the netherworld of monsters, where they have a great time making mischief in the lives of sleeping children. But Brian's opinion of Maurice and his freewheeling lifestyle changes when he discovers that he himself is turning into a monster."

*Little Monsters* was released 8/25/1989 against Parenthood, Batman, and Ghostbusters II. It made $793K on a $7M budget. It has 44% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 62% from audiences
. Ebert did not review the film.

## Ratings

Little Monsters
 **Phil** | N/A
 **Molly** | 10
 **Jerica** | 95

## Gallery

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## References

1. ↑ The Wizard
2. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Little Monsters. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
3. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Little Monsters. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
Simon Sez

"89: Simon Sez with Teddy Bressman" is the 92nd overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films of 1999, hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove. The episode was released on August 7, 2019.

## Description

"The 1999 movie SIMON SEZ features a brief scene where Dane Cook sports Dennis Rodman cosplay, and it is not even among the top 10 most painfully dated, over the top and out of place moments in this glorious vanity project for sadly, the person keeping US and North Korean relations afloat.  Listen as Kenny, Phil and returning Guest Teddy Bressman dissect the arc of Dennis Rodman’s career as an actor, the rise and fall of Dane Cook’s star and get behind the scenes info from one of the screenwriters on the experience of taking 5 months in France having to write a movie where an Interpol agent is friends with two hacker monks one of which refers to himself as Free Willy."

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It's 1999, the podcast where we talk about the films of 1999, **from in some really wet looking quicksand** here in 2019"

## Historical Information

"Interpol agent Simon (Dennis Rodman) is gathering information about the weapons trade on the French Riviera and trying to pinpoint the man at its center. Meanwhile, Nick (Dane Cook) -- an old classmate of Simon's -- asks him for help. Nick needs to rescue his employer's daughter, who appears to have been kidnapped by the same people Simon is tracking down. The pair must get to the bottom of the increasingly dangerous situation with the help of two monks and a feisty woman."

*Simon Sez* was released 9/24/1999 in 29th place behind Double Jeopardy, Blue Streak, The Sixth Sense, and For Love of the Game. It made $292K on a $10M budget. It has 0% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 16% from audiences. Roger Ebert did not review the film. Entertainment Weekly gave a negative review.

## Trivia and Ephemera

Phil was able to ask questions of one of the film's screenwriters, Andrew Miller, and he relayed some of the anecdotes about the writing and production of the film.

## Ratings

**Simon Sez**
 **Phil** | N/A
 **Teddy** | N/A

## Movies/TV Mentioned

The Green Mile, Double Team, The Celebrity Mole, Eyes Wide Shut, Free Willy, Louie, Mr. Brooks, Dane Cook: Vicious Circle, Chill Factor, Blue Streak, Repo Man, Trainwreck, Space Jam, Holey Moley, Million Dollar Mile, The Wall, Ally McBeal, Wonder Boys, US Marshals, Two Guys and a Girl, Bowfinger, In Dreams, Black and White, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Boston Legal, The Practice, Chicago Hope, Big Little Lies, Goliath, Bosch, Dennis Rodman's Big Bang in Pyongyang, The Big Lebowski, The Scorpion King, Pineapple Express, Die Hard, Speed

## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Simon Sez. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 4, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Simon Sez. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 4, 2022.
3. ↑ Owen Gleiberman. Simon Sez. EW.com. Retrieved on June 2, 2022.
Shortcomings

"SEX AND THE CITY SATURDAYS: Carrie Courogen" is the 228th episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 17th episode of the Sex and the City Saturdays miniseries. The episode covers the episode "Shortcomings" of *Sex and the City* Season 2 and is hosted by Phil Iscove. It was released on March 20, 2021.

## Description

"Carrie Courogen (Editor at Bright Wall/Dark Room) make an appearance to talk about season 2, episode 15 "Shortcomings" ie. one of Phil's favorite episodes.

In this episode we explore the theme of family through Miranda's experience dating a man with a rascal son, Carrie's feeling as though she is dating an entire family, and Samantha getting overly friendly with Charlotte's soon-to-be divorced brother. Plus, we dig into how we think the revival will handle our brave new world, and Carrie shares her personal experiences with the show.

Find Carrie at: carriecourogen.com
Splendor

"210: Splendor w/ Jaan Kittask" is the 298th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999, hosted by Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart. The episode was released on February 11, 2022.

## Description

“Designer of our cover art, and composer of our theme songs Jaan Kittask returns to the show to discuss the 1999 youth time capsule that is Gregg Araki's SPLENDOR.

We discuss why this movie got an R rating, the compilation soundtrack album that kind of ruled, and rave culture in general.

Find Jaan at: jaankittask.com”

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello, and welcome to Podcast Like It’s 1999, the podcast where we talk about the films of 1999, **forming our own little throuple** here in 2022."

## Historical Information

"An average, calm mid-20s girl named Veronica restarts her dead dating life all of the sudden, but with two guys: a sensitive failed writer named Abel and an airheaded drummer named Zed. At first she despairs. Then she finds a way to date both without their finding out. Then she tells both about it."

*Splendor* was released on 1/29/1999 at the Sundance Film Festival and then opened on 9/17/99 against Blue Streak, For Love of the Game, The Sixth Sense and Stigmata. It made $284K on an unknown budget. It has 60% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 63% from audiences. Roger Ebert did not review the film.

## Trivia

This is the first episode where Jaan and Kenny have been on together.

## Ratings

**Splendor**
 **Phil** | N/A
 **Jaan** | N/A

## Gallery

Guest Jaan KittaskSplendor w- Jaan Kittask Preview
## References

1. ↑ Splendor (1999) - Financial Information. The-Numbers.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Splendor. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
Jennifer's Body

"2: Jennifer's Body w/ Ashley Lyle & Jordan Crucchiola" is the 2nd episode in the Podcast Like It's 2009 series and the 44th Patreon episode overall. The episode is hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove and was released on March 14, 2022.

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It’s 2009, the podcast where we talk about the films of 2009 **from a Low Shoulder concert** here in 2022."

## Historical Information

"When a demon takes possession of her, high-school hottie Jennifer (Megan Fox) turns a hungry eye on guys who never stood a chance with her before. While evil Jennifer satisfies her appetite for human flesh with the school's male population, her nerdy friend, Needy (Amanda Seyfried), learns what's happening and vows to put an end to the carnage."

*Jennifer's Body* was released on 9/18/2009 in 5th place against *Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs*, *The Informant!*, *I Can Do Bad All by Myself*, and *Love Happens*. It made $31M on a $16M budget. It has 45% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 35% from audiences. Ebert gave the film 3 out of 4 stars.

## Ratings

**Jennifer's Body**
 **Phil** | 67
 **Ashley** | 92
 **Jordan** | 95

## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Jennifer's Body. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Jennifer's Body. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
3. ↑ Roger Ebert. Jennifer's Body. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
Lost & Found

"217: Lost and Found" is the 307th episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999, hosted by Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart. The episode was released on April 1, 2022 and originally in the podcast feed was the Love Stinks episode titled as "217: Love Stinks". Later in the day the episode was corrected (April Fool's?) to be the *Lost & Found* episode. The episode is styled with theme song and intro as part of the Friday Night Dumps series.

## Description

“Phil and Kenny once again fly solo, for fear of losing friends if they had forced anyone to watch the one film that pins David Spade as a romantic lead, LOST & FOUND.

We talk about David Spade's post SNL career, and why he never broke out as a leading man outside of films like Joe dirt. We also contemplate what could have been if this movie had Chris Farley playing co-lead as originally intended, and the lazy, meatless plot that drives this movie into obscurity.”

## Kenny's Intro

"And we're back! From the garbage dump everybody! Welcome to Podcast Like It's 1999, the podcast where we talk about the films of 1999 **sometimes from a garbage dump and sometimes showing you our boobs here on the stage of the Hollywood Bowl** in 2021."

## Historical Information

"Dylan Ramsey (David Spade) is getting ready to open his own restaurant, but he's become preoccupied his new neighbor, a gorgeous Frenchwoman named Lila (Sophie Marceau). When Dylan doesn't have much luck talking to her, he decides that the way to her heart may be through her beloved dog, Jack. Abducting the canine, Dylan hopes to win Lila's affection when he returns Jack safe and sound, but soon the scheming guy has to deal with numerous unforeseen problems that jeopardize his plan."

*Lost & Found* was released on 4/23/1999 in 6th place against The Matrix, Life, and Never Been Kissed. It made $6.5M on a $30M budget. It has 13% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 28% from audiences. Roger Ebert gave the film 1 out of 4 stars.

## Ratings

**Lost & Found**
 **Phil** | N/A

## Gallery

Rolling Stone's Hot & Horny David Spade cover
## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Lost & Found. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Lost & Found. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
3. ↑ Roger Ebert. Lost & Found. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on May 11, 2022.
The Chicken Dance

"SEX AND THE CITY SATURDAYS: Rebecca Serle" is the 210th episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 8th episode of the Sex and the City Saturdays miniseries. The episode covers the episode "The Chicken Dance" from *Sex and the City* Season 2 and is hosted by Phil Iscove. It was released on January 16, 2021.

## Description

"Put your arms on your side cause this week we are doing THE CHICKEN DANCE.

Guest Rebecca Serle (Creator of "Famous in Love" and Author of "In Five Years") joins us this week to talk about Miranda getting curved by a reporter from London, Samantha thinking she may be circling the wagons with the Manhattan dating pool, and Carrie experiences the highs and lows of life with Mr. Big.”
The Awful Truth

"SEX AND THE CITY SATURDAYS: The Awful Truth w/ Jen Chaney" is the 198th episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 2nd episode of the Sex and the City Saturdays miniseries. The episode covers the episode "The Awful Truth" of *Sex and the City* Season 2 and is hosted by Phil Iscove. It was released on December 5, 2020.

## Description

"This week on Sex and the City Saturdays, TV Critic Jen Chaney (Vulture) joins us to get to the bottom of "THE AWFUL TRUTH", the second episode of Sex and the City Season 2.

We talk about leaving your lover, Carrie running her mouth and interfering with the people around her, Samantha's size shaming, and analyze the effect the ladies have on the people around them.”
The Big Kahuna

"116: The Big Kahuna'" is the 141st episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films of 1999, hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove. The episode was released on February 12, 2020.

## Description

"This week Kenny and Phil talk THE BIG KAHUNA, the (tragically) Kevin Spacey starring adaptation of a recent (at the time) award winning play, The Hospitality Suite. Come listen to these two men talk and shout in a room about a movie that’s mostly three men talking and shouting in a room.”

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It's 1999, the podcast where we talk about the films of 1999 **from a hospitality suite** here in 2020."

## Historical information

"Three salesmen for a foundering industrial lubricant manufacturer hang out in their company's hospitality suite at a major convention, waiting for the arrival of a prospective customer they've privately dubbed "The Big Kahuna," whose potential sales would turn the struggling company around. Phil (Danny DeVito) plays peacemaker between the cynical, argumentative huckster, Larry (Kevin Spacey), and Bob (Peter Facinelli), the company's newest hire, whose religious sanctimony irritates Larry."

*The Big Kahuna* premiered on 9/16/1999 at the Toronto Film Festival and then was given a limited release on 4/28/2000. It made $3.7M on a $7M budget . It has 73% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 71% from audiences . Ebert gave the film 3.5 out of 4 stars.

## Top 5 Play Adaptations

 **2** | A Few Good Men
 **3** | Closer
 **4** | Doubt
 **5** | Tape

## Ratings

**The Big Kahuna**
 **Phil** | N/A

## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. The Big Kahuna. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 5, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. The Big Kahuna. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 5, 2022.
3. ↑ Roger Ebert. The Big Kahuna. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on May 5, 2022.
In the Loop

"28: In The Loop with Ryan Marker" is the 30th episode in the Podcast Like It's 2009 series and the 73rd Patreon episode overall. The episode is hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove and was released on November 14, 2022.

## Description

"This week on the Podcast Like It’s… Patreon, Ryan Marker joins us to talk about 2009’s In the Loop!

A political satire about US and UK governments leading up to the war in Iraq, we talk about the political climate at the time this film came out, and the film’s choice to focus on the people in governance who actually make decisions that affect peoples' lives."

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It’s 2009, the podcast where we talk about the films of 2009 **from the Future Planning Committee** here in 2022."

## Historical Information

"During an interview, British Cabinet Minister Simon Foster (Tom Hollander) delivers an off-the-cuff remark that war in the Middle East is "unforeseeable." Profane political spin doctor Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi) tries to cover up Foster's faux pas, but the ill-conceived comment is picked up by a warmongering American official. Foster is invited to Washington, D.C., where a war of words brews as politicians maneuver, manipulate and deceive each other before a U.N. vote on military action."

*In the Loop* premiered at Sundance on 1/22/2009 and then opened on 7/24/2009 in limited release against *G-Force*, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, *The Ugly Truth*, and Orphan. It made $7.79M on a £612,650 budget.. It has 94% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 82% from audiences. Ebert did not review the film.

## Ratings

**In the Loop**
 **Phil** | 77
 **Ryan** | 72\*

\* Ryan's first viewing was around 2012-ish

## Movies/TV Mentioned

Top Gun, Eye of the Beholder, My Cousin Vinny, Pushing Tin, Peep Show, Succession, Veep, The Thick of It, Zombieland, (500) Days of Summer, Bridgerton, The West Wing, Dr. Strangelove, W., Looney Tunes, Frasier, Silicon Valley, The Office, Notting Hill, Crimson Tide, Parks & Recreation, Freddy Got Fingered, The Princess, Love Actually, Mad Men, Top Gun: Maverick, Bugsy Malone, Twilight: New Moon, The Abyss, Toy Story 2, The Fabulous Baker Boys, Texasville, The Last Picture Show, Fat City, The Old Man

## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. In the Loop. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on October 25, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. In the Loop. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on October 25, 2022.
Phillip Iscove

Phillip Iscove is the host of Podcast Like It's along with Kenny Neibart for the 1999 series and Emily St. James for the 1992 series

## Biography

Phil is on every episode of the podcast and hosts the TV miniseries himself. He was previously the creator of Sleepy Hollow and is a writer on Station 19. He is from Canada which somehow comes up every episode and he is often flummoxed by American high school culture as a result of his Canadian-ness. He lives with his roommate Mel who will occasionally watch the films with him.

## Ratings

*See also: Kenny's Ratings.*

*See also: Ratings for 1999 films*
*See also: Ratings for 1992 films*

## Patreon

*See also: Kenny's Ratings.*

*See also: Ratings for 1989 films*
*See also: Ratings for 2009 films*

## Initial and Final Ratings

These are both the initial rankings given by Phil at the beginning of the podcast before beginning their rewatch and the final ratings given in the 1999 in Review episode.

## Additional Appearances

*Main article: List of podcast additional appearances.*
In addition to hosting Podcast Like It's 1999, Phil has also appeared on other podcasts as a guest. These include *You're Missing Out,* and *Screen Drafts*.
Scott Turner Schofield

**Scott Turner Schofield** is an writer, actor, and producer.

## Biography

Scott made television history as the first out transgender actor in Daytime television with the recurring role of “Nick” on CBS’s The Bold and the Beautiful, Scott went on to become the first out transgender man to earn an Emmy nomination for acting, in 2020, for the recurring role of “Max” on STUDIO CITY (Amazon Prime).

## References

1. ↑ Scott Turner Schofield. scotttschofield.com. Retrieved on May 16, 2022.
The Caste System

"SEX AND THE CITY SATURDAYS: Corinne Stikeman" is the 218th episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 12th episode of the Sex and the City Saturdays miniseries. The episode covers the episode "The Caste System" from *Sex and the City* Season 2 and is hosted by Phil Iscove. It was released on February 13, 2021.

## Description

"On this week's Sex and the City Saturdays, we're covering one of the more forgettable episodes of the show; THE CASTE SYSTEM.

To Phil and Writer/Producer/Guest Corinne Stikeman's delight, even the lesser episodes of SatC tend breed great conversation. From Samantha's less than couth storyline involving a rich man and his servant, to Miranda and Steve's relationship falling apart over their salary gap and a suit, the two have A LOT to cover regarding the way this show tackles the delicacies of interpersonal economics. Plus, stay tuned to the end for a surprising argument in favor of a character we have absolutely slammed throughout this miniseries.”
Pushing Tin

"180: Pushing Tin w/ Ryan Marker" is the 256th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999, hosted by Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart. The episode was released on July 16, 2021.

## Description

“This week we are joined by Ryan Marker of Screendrafts to talk about (In his opinion) one of the great, underrated, pre 9/11 airplane movies of all time. Place your trays in their upright positions, fasten your seatbelts, and enjoy today's in flight conversation on PUSHING TIN.

As we work our way through the plot of Mike Newell's air traffic control film, you may start to think you're losing your mind, but rest assured, this is actually the very literal plot of this film. Ryan shares his thoughts on why he thinks this movie is a hidden gem, Kenny ranks his hottest movie takes, from Tootsie to The Departed, and we do our best to reimagine this movie through the lens of a more capable director. We also pick apart Cate Blanchett's career (and rank our top 5 performances from her), as well as the strange masculinity of Billy Bob Thornton.

Find Ryan at: twitter.com/MarkerRyan625"

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello, and welcome to Podcast Like It’s 1999, the podcast where we talk about the films of 1999, **getting blown off the runway** here in 2021."

## Historical Information

"A new recruit unsettles the close-knit team of air-traffic controllers who look after flights in and out of New York. His serious and competitive approach, coupled with a wild side to his character, gives a highly dangerous edge to his relationship with the team's reigning star performer - one that spills over into their personal lives."

*Pushing Tin* was released on 4/23/1999 in 4th place behind The Matrix, Life, and Never Been Kissed. It made $8.4M on a $33M budget. It has 48% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 42% from audiences. Roger Ebert gave the film 3 out of 4 stars.

## Top 5 Cate Blanchett Roles

Done by Screen Draft rules (i.e. quality of the movie is more important than the quality of her performance)

 **2** | I'm Not There
 **3** | The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
 **4** | Carol
 **5** | Thor: Ragnarok

## Trivia

Kenny relented on his hate for *The Departed* by declaring it the best among his top three hated movies which are generally considered classics: *The Departed*, *Sideways,* and *Tootsie*.

Kenny and Phil staked their claim to plane movies for a future Screen Drafts episode.

## Ratings

Pushing Tin
 **Phil** | 60
 **Ryan** | 72

## Gallery

Guest Ryan MarkerPushing Tin w- Ryan Marker Preview
## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Pushing Tin. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on May 10, 2022.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Pushing Tin. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on May 10, 2022.
3. ↑ Roger Ebert. Pushing Tin. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on May 10, 2022.
Smashing Pumpkins: The Everlasting Gaze

"186: Smashing Pumpkins: The Everlasting Gaze w/ Matthew D'Ambrosio" is the 268th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999. The episode covers the single **The Everlasting Gaze** by Smashing Pumpkins as well as their entire discography and is hosted by Phil Iscove. It was released on August 27, 2021.

## Description

"Do you remember when we still had to listen to music on discs and cassettes? Before Spotify and Napster? This week, Phil is joined by fellow writer Matthew D'Ambrosio (The Witcher, The Vampire Diaries) to discuss one of the most influential bands of the 90s, SMASHING PUMPKINS.

We dig through the band's storied discography in an attempt to track their fall from relevance. We also discuss Billy Corgan's fatal flaws, the highs and lows of their career, and list off our favorite SP songs. Plus, you get to hear Phil say "I had a CD player, you son of a bitch", so this episode is an all around win.

Find Matt at: twitter.com/drmattdambrosio"

## Gallery

Album artworkGuest Matthew D'AmbrosioSmashing Pumpkins- The Everlasting Gaze w- Matthew D'Ambrosio Preview
Radiohead

**"15: Radiohead with Tom Mison"** is the 15th episode in the Double Features miniseries and the 95th Patreon episode overall. The episode is hosted by Phil Iscove and was released on June 19, 2023.

## Description

"Today on Podcast Like It’s Double Features…

Tom Mison joins Phil to talk about Radiohead: “Just” + “Everything in its Right Place”

We talk about growing up during the age of brit-pop, and bands that hit right out of the gate vs those that take time to develop a unique sound."
Pilot & Gimme an O

"FELICITY FRIDAY: "Pilot" & "Gimme an O" with Emily St. James" is the 148th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 1st episode of the Felicity Friday miniseries. The episode covers the Pilot and 10th episode "Gimme an O" of *Felicity* Season 1 and is hosted by Phil Iscove. It was released on April 3, 2020.

## Description

"Welcome to FELICITY FRIDAY! Every Friday we will be talking about the episodes of the seminal J.J. Abrams series FELICITY that aired in 1999. This week though we will cover the 1998 Pilot as background and then move onto the First Season's Midseason Premiere and first episode aired in 1999 GIMME AN O! To get it started off right we bring in Fan Favorite, TV Critic extraordinaire Emily St. James to talk about FELICITY and its place in Television Canon."
Studio 60: "Pilot" + "Series Finale"

**"16: Studio 60 with Jessica Ellis"** (sic) is the 17th episode in the Double Features miniseries and the 97th Patreon episode overall. The episode is hosted by Phil Iscove and was released on July 17, 2023.

## Description

"Today on Podcast Like It’s Double Features, Jessica Ellis joins us to talk about Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip!

We discuss Aaron Sorkin’s career, his writing strengths and weaknesses when it comes to comedy, and our thoughts on the pilot back when it aired vs now."
Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc

"West Wing Wednesday: Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc w/ Anupam Nigam" is the 245th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 2nd episode of the West Wing Wednesdays miniseries. The episode covers the episode Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc of *The West Wing* Season 1 and is hosted by Phil Iscove. It was released on June 9, 2021.

## Description

"Writer/Producer Anupam Nigam is back on the feed to talk about the second episode of The West Wing, "Post Hoc, Ergo Propter Hoc".

In this episode, we discuss the poorly aged Sam Seaborn subplot of 'rescuing' a call girl, as well as some of the shameful gender roles at play. We also contemplate how this show changed the American view of politics, and how much we expect from our political leaders.

Find Anupam at: twitter.com/anupamnigam”
Never Been Kissed

"37: Never Been Kissed with Stacy McKee" is the 39th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999, hosted by Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart. The episode was released on August 8, 2018.

## Description

"Stacy McKee (creator, Station 19) joins Phil and Kenny for a lively discussion about Never Been Kissed.

Never Been Kissed is, of course, a work of narrative fiction. But if YOU’VE never been kissed, it can serve as a how-to guide as well!

Step One: Look like, and be as, charming as Drew Barrymore

Step Two: Get a job at a newspaper run by a crazy old man (like a Garry Marshall-type) who is willing to send you on an investigative report into your old high school on a whim.

Step Three: Get your 20-something brother, who hopefully can also pass for high school-age like, say, David Arquette, to also enroll in high school and make you cool.

Step Four: Entrap your handsome Michael Vartan-esque teacher into falling for you.

Step Five: Ignore any awkwardness (or legal issue) that might arise due to potential underage concerns.

Step Six: KISS!"

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello, and welcome to *Podcast Like It's 1999*, the podcast where we talk about the movies from 1999 **from the pitcher's mound** here in 2018."

Alts: from a surveillance van, from the newsroom, from the op-ed pages, from the front porch of Josie Grossie's house with egg all over our face

## Historical Information

"Josie Geller (Drew Barrymore), a baby-faced junior copywriter at the Chicago Sun-Times, must pose as a student at her former high school to research contemporary teenage culture. With the help of her brother, Rob (David Arquette), Josie infiltrates the inner circle of the most popular clique on campus. But she hits a major snag in her investigation -- not to mention her own failed love life -- when she falls for her dreamy English teacher, Sam Coulson (Michael Vartan)."

*Never Been Kissed* was released on 4/9/1999 in 2nd place against The Matrix, 10 Things I Hate About You, The Out-of-Towners and Analyze This. It made $84.6M on a $25M budget. It has 55% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 69% from audiences. Roger Ebert gave the film 3 out of 4 stars.

## Canadian Corner 🍁

Phil walks headlong into the 'cleek' versus 'click' debate here to much disapproval from his employer. Apparently, the genesis of the debate will happen in the future Jawbreaker episode.

## Ratings

**Never Been Kissed**
 **Phil** | N/A
 **Stacy** | 85

## References

1. ↑ Roger Ebert. Never Been Kissed. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on April 18, 2022.
LaToya Ferguson

**LaToya Ferguson** is a writer, producer, and podcaster.

## Biography

LaToya has written for The A.V. Club, Paste Magazine, and IndieWire. She co-hosts the podcasts *Angel on Top* and *The AMPire Diaries*. She has also written a book on women's professional wrestling titled 'An Encyclopedia of Women's Wrestling'.

## References

1. ↑ https://www.amazon.com/Encyclopedia-Womens-Wrestling-Profiles-Strongest/dp/1454931205/
Louis Peitzman

**Louis Peitzman** is a writer.

## Biography

Louis is a freelance writer in New York. Most recently, he was the Deputy Arts & Entertainment Editor at BuzzFeed News. His writing has appeared in the New York Times, Gawker, TV.com, and the San Francisco Chronicle.

## References

1. ↑ About. louispeitzman.com. Retrieved on May 16, 2022.
Looks and Books

"FREAKS & GEEKS: "Looks and Books" with Alison Eakle" is the 119th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 11th episode of the Freaky Fridays miniseries. The episode covers the episode "Looks and Books" from *Freaks & Geeks* and is hosted by Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart. It was released on November 22, 2019.

## Description

"This week we steal our dad's car and go for a ride with Alison Eakle and talk about LOOKS AND BOOKS, the eleventh episode of Freaks and Geeks. We talk about messing up as a kid, changing your style up to impress people, reconnecting with friends and after we finish talking about our week we get into the stuff that happened in the episode."
Joe Reid

**Joe Reid** (@joereid on Twitter) is a film critic, senior writer, producer and awards season prognosticator for The Decider. He has also written for *The Atlantic* and *Vanity Fair*, among others. As a known enthusiast for annual film awards in general, he has appeared on many other podcasts to discuss his predictions and favorites as well including Little Gold Men. He also has a podcast of his own, co-hosted with Chris Feil, to cover an interesting angle on films and awards: "This Had Oscar Buzz."

## Biography

Joe has been a regular Blank Check podcast guest and is an awards show expert. His podcast "This Had Oscar Buzz" looks at films which were released with Oscar ambitions and the podcast examines what happened and why the film failed to get that sought after buzz. To that end, his first Podcast Like It's 1999 episode was to cover The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc which likely had Oscar ambitions for Milla Jovovich and Luc Besson.

1999 films covered on This Had Oscar Buzz include Double Jeopardy, Bringing Out the Dead, Tea with Mussolini, October Sky, Holy Smoke!, and Random Hearts.

## Appearances

### Patreon

 P29
 #
 P74
 Get Bruce\*

\*Joe's mini-episode on Get Bruce was run on both the Patreon and the main feed.
The Death of Britpop & Blur's "13"

"121: The Death of Britpop & Blur's "13" with Jaan Kittask" is the 146th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999, hosted by Phil Iscove. The episode was released on March 18, 2020.

## Description

“Oi Bruv! This week Phil hosts the pod solo and talks to Jaan Kittask, the man behind our lovely cover art and more importantly our theme song! He is here to talk to Blur's 1999 album 13 and The Death of Britpop in general. It's a great conversation about a fascinating topic, innit.”
Heat Vision and Jack

"90: Heat Vision and Jack" is the 93rd overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films of 1999, hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove. The episode was released on August 14, 2019.

## Description

"HEAT VISION AND JACK, an experimental comedy pilot which was exposed to inappropriate levels of irony which made it the world’s most ahead of its time 30 minute TV episode. PODCAST LIKE ITS 1999, the podcast with the brains of two TV writers. Together (this week) try to analyze, joke about and appreciate Heat Vision and Jack’s place in the comedy landscape of the time and its influence on 20 years of comedy since.  THE PILOT is viewable on Youtube here, watch it quick before the deadly ABC and NBC corporations attempt to stop you."

## Kenny's Intro

"Hello and welcome to Podcast Like It's 1999, the podcast where we talk about the **unaired pilots** of 1999, **from way too close to the sun** here in 2019"

## Historical Information

"The story of a man and his talking motorcycle. Jack Austin, an ex-astronaut who got too close to the sun and, by the power of the yellow sun, becomes the smartest human being alive. Heat Vision is the unfortunate combination of Jack Austin's former roommate and his motorcycle."

*Heat Vision and Jack* was an unaired TV pilot created for the FOX network by Dan Harmon and Rob Schrab. The pilot starred Jack Back and Owen Wilson as the title characters. The A.V. Club wrote a retrospective looking back at the legacy of the show in 2010.

## Ratings

**Heat Vision and Jack**
 **Phil** | N/A

## Movies/TV Mentioned

Oz, Sex and the City, Community, Rick & Morty, Cable Guy, Channel 101, Wonder Showzen, Louie, Atlanta, 21 Jump Street, Tim & Eric, The Lonely Island, 30 Rock, Parenthood, The Sarah Silverman Show, Kids in the Hall, The State, The Dana Carvey Show, The Ben Stiller Show, Get a Life, Last Man on Earth, Airplane, Police Squad, Toy Story 4, American Horror Story, Cars, Cars 2, Cars 3, Bob's Burgers, Eagleheart, Knight Rider, Six Million Dollar Man, There's Something About Mary, The Royal Tenenbaums, Walter Mitty, Escape at Dannemora

## References

1. ↑ Noel Murray. Heat Vision And Jack, "Pilot". The AV Club. Retrieved on June 2, 2022.
Tests and Breasts

"FREAKS & GEEKS: "Tests and Breasts" with Bart Nickerson" is the 107th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* and the 5th episode of the Freaky Fridays miniseries. The episode covers the episode "Tests and Breasts" from *Freaks & Geeks* and is hosted by Phil Iscove and Kenny Neibart. It was released on October 11, 2019.

## Description

"Pencils Down! Phil, Kenny and guest Bart Nickerson (The Originals, Narcos) talk childhood Test and Sex Ed stress on this weeks Freaky Friday, about TESTS AND BREASTS, the fifth episode of Freaks and Geeks. So, make sure to double check you answers and read the instructions cause tough questions will be asked."
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit

"156: Law and Order: Special Victims Unit w/ Katie Donahoe" is the 213th episode of *Podcast Like It's 1999* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1999. The episode covers the television show *Law & Order: Special Victims Unit* and is hosted by Kenny Neibart and Phil Iscove. It was released on January 27, 2021.

## Description

"This week, Katie Donahoe talks to us about the surprisingly long lasting LAW AND ORDER: Special Victims Unit.

We wonder how it has lasted this long (surprisingly outlasting flagship Law and Order), go through Dick Wolf's career in television, discuss the cast and some of our favorite performances (Christopher Meloni, Mariska Hargitay, Ice-T), and wonder about its place among the all time TV procedurals.”
Malcolm X

**"41: Malcolm X with Aaron Rahsaan Thomas"** is the 399th overall episode of *Podcast Like It's* and the 41st episode of *Podcast Like It's 1992* covering the films, television and pop culture of 1992, hosted by Phil Iscove and Emily St. James. The episode was released on November 3, 2023.

## Description

"On this episode of Podcast Like It’s 1992, co-creator of SWAT: Aaron Rahsaan Thomas joins Phil & Emily to talk about Malcolm X

We talk about the pressure on Spike Lee to get this film right, the Oscars it should’ve won, and why we cut class to see this masterpiece."

## Emily's Intro

"I am your special guest host Emily St. James, I'm not making a joke this week."

## Historical Information

"A tribute to the controversial black activist and leader of the struggle for black liberation. He hit bottom during his imprisonment in the '50s, he became a Black Muslim and then a leader in the Nation of Islam. His assassination in 1965 left a legacy of self-determination and racial pride."

*Malcolm X* was released on 11/18/1992 in 3rd place against Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, Bram Stoker's Dracula, and Passenger 57. It made $73M on a $35M budget. It has 89% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 91% from audiences. Ebert gave the film 4 stars out of 4.

## Ratings

**Malcolm X**
 **Emily** | N/A
 **Aaron** | -

Queerphobia rating: 1

## References

1. ↑ Box Office Mojo. Malcolm X. BoxOfficeMojo.com. Retrieved on November 17, 2023.
2. ↑ Rotten Tomatoes. Malcolm X. RottenTomatoes.com. Retrieved on November 17, 2023.
3. ↑ Roger Ebert. Malcolm X. RogerEbert.com. Retrieved on November 17, 2023.
Taylor Swift + Kacey Musgraves Holiday Albums

**"30: Taylor Swift + Kacey Musgraves Holiday Albums with Brooke Solomon"** is the 31st episode in the Double Features miniseries and the 111th Patreon episode overall. The episode is hosted by Phil Iscove and was released on December 4, 2023.

## Description

"Queer Quadrant’s Brooke Solomon joins Phil on this Podcast Like It’s Double Features: Taylor Swift’s Holiday Album + A Very Kacey Christmas

We talk about Target exclusive releases, Kacey Musgraves as an artist, and whether or not this counts as a real Taylor Swift album."