BJ In The Morning

Brendan and Juan

Welcome back to BJ In The Morning, your favorite dirty name podcast, where we put our nostalgia to the test. With rewatches, first time watches, we are gonna see what holds up! These two friends have been through thick and thin together for over two decades. They’ve got a wealth of hilarious stories, a deep understanding of filmmaking, and a history of movies under their belts. If you’re looking for some good laughs and engaging conversations about movies of the last 30 years, BJ In The Morning is the place to be. 

  1. We Finally Watched Spirited Away - Did It Live Up to the Hype?

    APR 18

    We Finally Watched Spirited Away - Did It Live Up to the Hype?

    SEND US SOME FAN MAIL In this episode of Nostalgia Check, we finally watch Spirited Away (2001) for the very first time and yeah, we were not prepared for this. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki and brought to life by Studio Ghibli, this legendary film has been called one of the greatest animated movies ever made so we had to see if it lived up to the hype. We go in completely fresh and break down:  • Our raw first reactions (confusion included)  • The wildest moments that caught us off guard  • Characters like No-Face and Yubaba - what is going on??  • Plot breakdown from a first-time viewer perspective  • IMDb and Letterboxd reviews  • Does it deserve the “masterpiece” label? This isn’t a polished expert analysis this is what it’s like watching Spirited Away with zero context in 2026. If you’ve seen it, relive that first-watch feeling with us. If you haven’t, maybe watch first. Or don’t. Honestly, we didn’t. We wrap up with our final scores and what’s coming next on the wheel. Always With Me (,いつも何度でも - Itsumo Nando Demo)』 Sootballs (ボイラー虫 - Boiler Mushi) One Summer's Day (あの夏へ - Ano Natsu e)  Spirited Away (Original Soundtrack) Composer: Joe Hisaishi Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube Want to support us monthly? Tap here! Become a Producer of the Show! -- Join our Patreon to help us grow, and get a weekly shoutout on the show!

    1h 2m
  2. Is Shrek Actually Overrated? (2001 Rewatch)

    APR 11

    Is Shrek Actually Overrated? (2001 Rewatch)

    SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning. This week, we’re heading back to 2001 to revisit one of the most iconic animated movies of all time… Shrek. Joined by special guest Mac from fit.w.mac, we break down everything from our first experiences with the film to how it holds up today. We dive into the cast, the legendary voice performances, behind-the-scenes details, and what made Shrek such a game-changer for animation and pop culture. Of course, we couldn’t stop there. Mac joins us for a Shrek-themed game that quickly spirals out of control… and let’s just say Juan is NOT a fan. In this episode: Our updated thoughts on Shrek (2001)Cast and production highlightsIMDb and Letterboxd reviewsFull plot breakdown with commentaryFinal scores and rankingsA chaotic Shrek game featuring Mac (and Juan’s downfall)Whether you grew up quoting this movie or you’re revisiting it for the first time, this episode is packed with laughs, nostalgia, and maybe a little bit of swamp energy. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more movie reviews, rewatches, and weekly chaos. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube Want to support us monthly? Tap here! Become a Producer of the Show! -- Join our Patreon to help us grow, and get a weekly shoutout on the show!

    1h 15m
  3. WE Watched Hell of a Summer So You Don't Have To

    MAR 21

    WE Watched Hell of a Summer So You Don't Have To

    SEND US SOME FAN MAIL On this episode of You Haven’t Seen That presented by BJ in the Morning, we close out our 2023 movie deep dive (for now) with a full review and breakdown of the horror-comedy Hell of a Summer (2023). If you’re searching for a Hell of a Summer review, Hell of a Summer explained, or wondering “is Hell of a Summer worth watching?” this episode covers everything. We start with the cast and crew, including a look at the filmmakers behind the movie and how this indie horror-comedy came together. Then we dig into IMDb ratings and Letterboxd reviews, breaking down what critics and audiences are saying about Hell of a Summer and whether the hype (or criticism) is justified. From there, we go into a full plot breakdown and recap of Hell of a Summer, covering key moments, characters, and twists. Whether you’ve already seen the movie or want a full Hell of a Summer ending explained, we’ve got you covered with a detailed discussion and some laughs along the way. We also compare Hell of a Summer (2023) to other camp slasher movies and horror-comedy films, and talk about where it ranks among recent indie horror releases. Finally, we give our final ratings and honest review — was Hell of a Summer a hidden gem of 2023 or one to skip? To wrap things up, we spin the wheel to decide what year of movies to cover next… and we land on 2011 movies. Get ready for a whole new lineup of throwbacks coming soon. If you’re into movie reviews, film podcasts, horror movies, or breaking down movies you haven’t seen, make sure to subscribe and follow along with the series. Drop a comment with your thoughts on Hell of a Summer and let us know what 2011 movies we need to add to the list. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube Want to support us monthly? Tap here! Become a Producer of the Show! -- Join our Patreon to help us grow, and get a weekly shoutout on the show!

    1 hr

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Welcome back to BJ In The Morning, your favorite dirty name podcast, where we put our nostalgia to the test. With rewatches, first time watches, we are gonna see what holds up! These two friends have been through thick and thin together for over two decades. They’ve got a wealth of hilarious stories, a deep understanding of filmmaking, and a history of movies under their belts. If you’re looking for some good laughs and engaging conversations about movies of the last 30 years, BJ In The Morning is the place to be. 

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