Monday Morning Critic show

Monday Morning Critic

Summary: The Monday Morning Critic Podcast is a labor of love for all things Cinema, Television and specific hand selected guests who've moved me in their life's work.

Join Now to Subscribe to this Podcast
  • Visit Website
  • RSS
  • Artist: Darek Thomas
  • Copyright: Copyright 2017 Monday Morning Critic. All rights reserved.

Podcasts:

 (Episode 38)-"Forrest Gump"Interview-Actor: Brett Rice. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:00:15

Gifted Veteran Actor Brett Rice shares person experiences working with  JJ Abrams, Denzel Washington, Tom Hanks, Clint Eastwood, Rachel McAdams and so many more. Brett talks about his love and passions from his beautiful wife, golf, The South, typecasting and the idea of not becoming complacent and growing as a person and actor.    Meet Brett Rice.  

 (Episode 37)-"The Walking Dead"-Interview: "T-Dog"-IronE Singleton | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 39:45

IronE Singleton is best known to audiences as the menacing kingpin Alton in the Academy® Oscar Award-nominated film The Blind Side; the biggest box office grossing sports movie of all time. He is also known as the compassionate tough guy, T-Dog, in the Emmy, AFI & WGA Award winning, Golden Globe nominated TV show The Walking Dead.  IronE is currently involved in producing a one man show titled "Blindsided by The Walking Dead" Meet: IronE Singleton.

 (Episode 36)-Breaking Down-"Silence of the Lambs". | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:03:43

The Green Mile and iconic actor Doug Hutchison and I break down one of the best movies in Cinematic History-"Silence of the Lambs" in our bi-weekly segment titled "Breaking Down"-We examine all facets of the movie and give our perspective takes to why this is truly one of the best movies in history. This is the first installment of Breaking Down. Welcome!

 (Episode 35)-Director- "The Astronaut Farmer"-Michael Polish. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:30:28

Immensely talented Director Michael Polish is known for having an amazing and gifted cinematic eye. His casting choices are without question, some of the best in cinema. Michael has directed Billy Bob Thornton, James Woods, Nick Nolte, Jon Gries, his beautiful and talented wife Kate Bosworth, Daryl Hannah, Garrett Morris, Virginia Madison, Bruce Dern, Claire Florani and so many more He also has a keen eye for talent casting diamonds in the rough in the amazing Ben Foster and Max Theirot.   Michael's ability to find the perfect balance of cinematic score, casting, writing, and direction are some of the best I have ever seen in my lifetime and make Michael, in this Film Historians eye, one of the best directors on the planet.    Michael talks about his influences in cinema the most powerful being Sergio Leone. His movies include Northfork, Twin Falls Idaho, Big Sur and Astronaut Farmer to name a few.Michael and Kate's newest and potentially most powerful movie is NONA.      Meet Michael Polish.

 (Episode 34)-"The Walking Dead" Interview: Actor Jeremy Palko | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:00:05

Actor Jeremy Palko talks about his passion for the Seattle Seahawks, movies and television,  family, his journey as an actor, The Walking Dead, Bloodline, the grind and love for acting, becoming an actor and paying your dues. Jeremy is down to earth and a genuine good guy. You can catch Jeremy on The Walking Dead as "Andy" from Hilltop October 22nd on Season 8 premiere on AMC.   Meet: Jeremy Palko.

 (Episode 33)-"The Life of Pi" Interview: Actor Jun Naito. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:24:43

Welcome Actor Jun Naito!  Jun has a great filmography which includes "Daredevil", "Z: "The Beginning of Everything" and the epic, iconic, spiritual, beautiful and surreal, "Life of Pi". Jun talks about his life,  love for sports (especially basketball), his love for all things University of Kentucky and his experiences as an actor and working with multi Academy Award winning director-Ang Lee.    Meet Jun Naito.

 (Episode 32) "The Walking Dead" Season 8 Preview. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:35

Please join me in taking a look at Season 8 of the Walking Dead!   Monday Morning Critic Podcast!

 (Episode 31)-"Star Wars" World-Renown Collector Interview: Jeff Jacob. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:37:33

Jeff Jacob is one of the worlds largest vintage Star Wars collectors. Highly regarded by many as “The” Collector. Jeff has developed a sincere passion and a multi million dollar collection developed from dedication, hard work and passion. Jeff has also spoken at “Star Wars Celebration”  (Orlando) which is the largest gathering of Star Wars fans in the United States.    Meet Jeff Jacob.

 (Episode 30)-"Black Klansman" Interview: Ron Stallworth. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:23:19

Spike Lee and Jordan Peele will team for Black Klansman, a thriller based on the true story of an African-American police officer that infiltrated the Ku Klux Klan. Lee will direct the film with Peele's Monkeypaw Productions and Blumhouse Productions producing Black Klansman. Peele and Blumhouse previously partnered on the director's hit horror film "Get Out"..... John David Washington, the son of Denzel Washington and co-star in HBO's Ballers, is in talks to star as Ron Stallworth, the Colorado Springs, Colorado detective who penetrated the KKK in 1978 after responding to an ad for new members, Even though Stallworth was black, he managed to become head of his local KKK chapter by pretending to be a white supremacist via phone or written correspondence; when his presence was needed, Stallworth recruited a white officer to take his place. Thanks to his detective work, Stallworth –who authored the 2014 book The Black Klansman – sabotaged cross burnings and other KKK activities. Meet: Ron Stallworth.

 (Episode 29)-"K-PAX" Interview: Author Gene Brewer. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 47:58

Gene Brewer has lived and continues to live an amazing life. Raised in Indiana, He studied DNA replication and cell division at Universities and St. Jude’s Children Hospital. Gene than entered and contiued his career as an amazing and talanted author. Gene has a passion for Ecology, animal rights and his wife Karen. Gene's  "K-PAX" series of books remains one of the most underrated in literary history and served as inspiration for the hit movie “K-PAX” which stars Kevin Spacey and Jeff Bridges, and is considered by this critic to be one of the best, most underrated movies in history.  Meet Gene Brewer.

 (Episode 28)-"A Potpourri of Movies, TV and your Dreams." | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 37:58

Todays podcast focuses on TV, Movies and passions you have in your life and those who enjoy trying to take those away.

 (Episode 27)- "4for4.com", "Sports Illustrated" and "The DFS Playbook" Author- Fantasy Prognosticator and one of the brightest minds in football-the immensely talented Chris Raybon. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:29:14

Interview with Fantasy and DFS expert Chris Raybon. Chris is the Senior DFS editor at 4for4.com, Author of the DFS Fantasy Playbook which can be found on Amazon.com and now writing for Sports Illustrated via 4for4.com. Chris is gifted in many ways and extremely talented at breaking down fantasy football, communicating this to fantasy players of all abilities, and dissecting hours of research and providing effective insight into DFS and Fantasy leagues alike. Meet: Chris Raybon.

 (Episode 26)-"Prisoners", "Ozark" and "American Made" Interview: Actor: Kevin L. Johnson. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:06:25

Welcome Kevin L. Johnson to the Monday Morning Critic! Kevin has an awesome filmography which includes “American Made”, “Ozark”, "Prisoners” and many more. Kevin’s passion for acting started at Clemson University where he is  also a huge football fan! Kevin’s iconic character Sam Darmody is wonderfully portrayed in Ozark. Kevin has had isolated scenes with Jake Gyllenhahal, Tom Cruise and Laura Linney and he’s done a remarkable job acting with Hollywood’s elite actors! Kevin’s future is extremely bright. The Monday Morning Critic is fortunate to have Kevin!   Meet: Kevin L. Johnson.

 (Episode 25)-"Captain America","Thor","Get Out","Westworld", "Pirates of the Caribbean" (and so many more!) Interview: Stuntman and Actor- Buddy Sosthand. | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 57:24

Interview with Award Winning and amazingly talented stuntman Buddy Sosthand. Buddy has a lengthy and seemingly never ending filmography that includes  “Thor”, multiple “Pirates of the Caribbean” movies, “Straight Outta Compton”,   “Captain America: Civil War”,  “The Expendables”, “Sully”, “Get Out”, “Westworld” and so many more. This is a testament and reflection of how much Buddy is respected for his work ethic, ability and professionalism. Buddy also co-hosts a podcast (The Great American Podcast) with friend and actor John Pirruccello in which they tackle a variety of issues and do so with humor, respect and well thought out perspectives. Buddy is talented and eclectic in so many ways. When Buddy is not working he dedicates and spends time with his wonderful family.   Meet: Buddy Sosthand.

 (Episode 24)-Interview: "Ozark" (Ash) and "Office Christmas Party" (Alexei). Actor: Michael Tourek | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 01:19:50

Michael Tourek is an accomplished actor who has many notable films and television shows in his filmography. These include “Office Christmas Party”, “Banshee”, “Resurrection”, “Under the Dome” and the Netflix Smash hit “Ozark”. In which Michael plays “Ash”. Michael has a Masters Degree in Fine Arts, shares a love of theater, stage and musicals he has also produced and written. Michael Tourek is a fantastic, eclectic actor who has a very promising career ahead of him. He’s a proud father and husband. Michael is highly respected and regarded by his peers. He’s kind, talented, open and honest.     Meet: Michael Tourek.

Comments

Login or signup comment.