The Reel Debaters

The Reel Debaters Podcast
The Reel Debaters

Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters are a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but are not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe, you can listen to the reel talk sessions, which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside the Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front door. New episode every Saturday. Meet your cast: Micheal Petrow Film And Entertainment Sales/Executive Producer/Host Martin Navarro Comedian/Host Jimmy Skinner Comedian/Host Rob Strachan Home Theatre Expert/Host Ian Bawa Filmmaker/Host Mark Cowell String Bean Comics/Host Charles Fernandes The Nerdgasm Show/Host Emily Clark Dodge baller/Host Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Engineered, mastered, and produced by Micheal Petrow

  1. #288 Gone in 60 Arguments: The Best On Screen Cars

    3D AGO

    #288 Gone in 60 Arguments: The Best On Screen Cars

    Start your engines and buckle up! This week, your pit crew gets behind the wheel for the ultimate garage showdown — the Best On-Screen Car Debate. From Batmobiles to Bond’s Aston Martin, the DeLorean to Dom Toretto’s Charger, we’re putting pedal to the metal to crown cinema’s most iconic ride. Who wins? Who stalls out? Who comes in 1st? Also in this episode: 🎬 Reviews: The Mortician -A Haunting, intimate portrait of life, death, and dignity inside the funeral industry.28 Years later – Does the rage still hold up, or is this pandemic thriller running on fumes?Friendship- Awkward, heartfelt, and hilariously weird — Rudd and Robinson are magic. Star Wars Trivia Night! The force is strong with this one… https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/may-the-trivia-be-with-you-star-wars-trivia-cosplay-and-colouring-night-tickets-1417865627259?aff=oddtdtcreator 🗓️ Date: July 19th 📍 Location: Little Brown Jug Brewery, Winnipeg 🎟️ Tickets: $13 via Eventbrite (link in bio or show description) Join the Reel Debaters in the Cantina for a night of galactic movie trivia, prizes, and maybe a few lightsaber duels. 👂 Listen. Subscribe. Debaters, start your engines.  Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Jimmy Skinner Charles Fernandes Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com GET ON THE SHOW Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe you can listen to the reel talk sessions which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front door. New episode every...

    1h 36m
  2. #287 — "Brains, Guts, and Load Outs: Zombie Survival Showdown"

    JUN 21

    #287 — "Brains, Guts, and Load Outs: Zombie Survival Showdown"

    With 28 Years Later infecting theatres, the Reel Debaters bunker down for the inevitable question: Can they survive a zombie apocalypse? This week, the panel locks and loads for a full-on Zombie Survival Draft, where each debater builds their ultimate survival kit AND argues which movie or TV character would lead humanity out of the undead wasteland. Think The Walking Dead, but with more yelling and fewer supply runs. Segments Include: The Ultimate Survival Loadout Draft – Weapons, shelter, snacks? We draft from five survival categories and try not to get bitten.Who Leads the Resistance? – Debaters pick a character from a zombie film or TV show to lead their post-apocalyptic crew. Reviews: Final Destination: Bloodlines – Is fate still fatal, or is the franchise finally out of gas?Until Dawn – a chilling, cinematic thrill ride that proves every choice counts—and bad ones get you killed in 4K.The Studio – a razor-sharp satire that hilariously skewers Hollywood egos—Seth Rogen’s best roast since This Is the End The Reel Debaters Trivia+, where fandom celebrates Think you’ve got the Jedi brainpower to survive our trivia night? Prove it at Star Wars Trivia Night at Little Brown Jug on July 19th. Costumes? Encouraged. Trash talk? Mandatory. 🧟‍♂️ Like, rate, review, and follow us for weekly debates on movies, TV, and the absurdity of pop culture. Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Jimmy Skinner Charles Fernandes Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com GET ON THE SHOW Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe you can listen to the reel talk sessions which get more conversational...

    1h 28m
  3. Ep #286 – Let Cartoons Be Cartoons?

    JUN 15

    Ep #286 – Let Cartoons Be Cartoons?

    This week, the Debaters ask: Why remake perfection? From Disney’s CGI fur-fests to soulless shot-for-shot snoozefests, we're debating the highs, lows, and WHYs of live-action remakes of animated classics. Do they honor the originals or recycle your childhood for a quick buck? DEBATE TOPICS INCLUDE: The best and worst live-action remakesShould animation just stay animated?Is “The Photorealistic Lion King” just Nat Geo with Beyoncé?Which remake improved on the original (spoiler: it's rare) 🎬 PLUS: A Severance Season 2 preview: Will work/life balance ever recover?A review of The Four Seasons – not the hotel or the pizza jointGood Will Hunting gets dissected with therapy, math, and Boston accents May The Trivia Be With You: Star Wars Trivia Night (ignore micheal in the show , he's an idiot with calenders) 🗓️ July 19th @ Little Brown Jug 🧠 4 rounds of Star Wars trivia 👘 Cosplay contest (Bring your best Jedi, Sith, or “guy in the cantina”) 🖍️ Colouring contest (Yes, seriously. Bring your inner child or borrow someone else's.) 🎁 Prizes, drinks, and enough nerd energy to power a Death Star Don’t miss it, or we’ll force choke you through the mic. Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Emily Clarke rob Strachan Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com GET ON THE SHOW: Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode, blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but are not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe, you can listen to the reel talk sessions, which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside the Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front...

    49 min
  4. #285 “Wes Anderson’s John Wick: A Hitman in Corduroy”

    JUN 7

    #285 “Wes Anderson’s John Wick: A Hitman in Corduroy”

    This Week on the Reel Debaters: What if John Wick traded his Kevlar suit for pastel blazers and symmetrical gunfights? In honor of the release of The Phoenician Scheme, the upcoming Ballerina, the Wickverse spin-off, the panel plays casting director and reimagines the action-packed assassin saga through the whimsical lens of Wes Anderson. Fan Casting Highlights: Who does Bill Murray play? (Spoiler: It’s not the dog… or is it?) Owen Wilson’s “Wow” moment as the new Bowery King The Continental, but make it pastel Also in this episode: 🎬 A spoiler-filled review of Marvel's Thunderbolts 🦅 A dive into Captain America: Brave New World – is the shield in good hands? 📺 And a breakdown of Nathan Fielder's The Rehearsal Season 2 – how far can meta go before your soul evaporates? Want to argue your own fan cast or submit a local take? Slide into our DMs or hit the mic with us at our next live show or trivia night! Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Jimmy Skinner Martin Navarro Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com GET ON THE SHOW Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe you can listen to the reel talk sessions which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front door. New episode every Saturday Meet your cast: Micheal Petrow Film And Entertainment Sales/Executive Producer/Host Martin Navarro Comedian/Host Jimmy Skinner Comedian/Host Rob Strachan Home Theatre Expert/Host Ian Bawa Filmmaker/Host Mark Cowell String Bean Comics/Host Charles Fernandes The Nerdgasm Show/Host Emily Clark Dodge baller/Host

    1h 18m
  5. #284 Beers, origin stories and "Given er": Deaner '89 with Director Sam McGlynn

    MAY 30

    #284 Beers, origin stories and "Given er": Deaner '89 with Director Sam McGlynn

    This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast, we’re cracking a two-four of cinematic nostalgia with director Sam McGlynn, the director behind Deaner '89 — the Canadian Screen Award-nominated film that brings FUBAR legend Deaner (Paul Spence) back for one more righteous ride. Filmed right here in Manitoba, Deaner'89 is more than just a throwback — it’s a love letter to late '80s mullet culture, prairie punk rock, and shotgunning beers. Sam takes us deep behind the scenes to chat about: The origins of Deaner '89 and how the film went from cult idea to award-nominated classic Shooting in Manitoba Working with a Canadian comedy icon — how Paul Spence is still givin’er What does it mean to get nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for his first feature? If you grew your first stache to a Tragically Hip song, or just love hearing how indie filmmakers keep the Canadian comedy spirit alive, this one’s for you. So grab a cold one, toss on your denim tuxedo, and join us for a heavy dose of hoser hilarity and heartfelt hustle. 🎬 Watch Deaner'89 on Crave right now! sam McGlynn @skidmullet on Instagram sam's Website Mongreal Media Dean Murdoch Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Charles Fernandes Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com GET ON THE SHOW Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but are not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe, you can listen to the reel talk sessions, which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside the Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front door. New

    1h 19m
  6. #283 "Upset, you've never seen me upset' Tom Cruise Character Cult Leaders

    MAY 24

    #283 "Upset, you've never seen me upset' Tom Cruise Character Cult Leaders

    This week on The Reel Debaters Podcast, we’re cranking up the charisma and asking the fundamental question: Which Tom Cruise character would make the best cult leader? From Ethan Hunt’s death-defying loyalty to Frank T.J. Mackey’s hypnotic stage presence, we dig into Cruise’s wildest roles and decide who could lead the most devoted (and slightly unhinged) following. PLUS, we’ve got reviews on: Drop: A sleek, high-concept thriller that blends modern digital paranoia with old-school suspense. 🌌 Andor Season 2 – Did the Star Wars rebellion finally get prestige TV right? 🐵 The Monkey – Stephen King's latest adaptation gets a bananas breakdown. 🎉 TRIVIA NIGHT IS BACK! 📣 Winnipeg – Get your squad and your lightsabers ready because Reel Debaters Podcast Trivia+ Night is coming in HOT with Star Wars Trivia Night with: ✨ Over 40 Star Wars questions 👗 Cosplay Challenge – Prizes for best-dressed rebels, Jedi, Sith, or droids 🎨 A Colouring Contest – Yes, it's ridiculous. Yes, it's amazing. 🗓️ Date & Location: May 29th, 730 PM, Little Brown Jug, Winnipeg, MB 🎟️ Tickets are moving faster than the Millennium Falcon – grab yours NOW! Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Charles Fernandes Martin Navarro Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com GET ON THE SHOW Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe you can listen to the reel talk sessions which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front door. New episode every Saturday Meet your...

    1h 56m
  7. #282 Clowns, Corn and Costumes: Clown in a Cornfield with Laura Deluca

    MAY 9

    #282 Clowns, Corn and Costumes: Clown in a Cornfield with Laura Deluca

    This week on The Reel Debaters, Michael and costume designer Laura Deluca talk about Santa's suit in Violent Night, working on the reboot of Silent Night Deadly Night, and building Frendo the Clown in Clown in Cornfield, premiering everywhere...TODAY! Head to your local theatre to watch the madness Starring  Costume designer in the film industry @Lauracostumedesigner on Instagram Laura 's Website Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Laura Deluca Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com GET ON THE SHOW Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but are not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe you can listen to the reel talk sessions which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front door. New episode every Saturday Meet your cast: Micheal Petrow Film And Entertainment Sales/Executive Producer/Host Martin Navarro Comedian/Host Jimmy Skinner Comedian/Host Rob Strachan Home Theatre Expert/Host Ian Bawa Filmmaker/Host Mark Cowell String Bean Comics/Host Charles Fernandes The Nerdgasm Show/Host Emily Clark Dodge baller/Host

    1h 34m
  8. #281 "Had a slight weapons malfunction but, uh everything’s perfectly all right now"

    MAY 4

    #281 "Had a slight weapons malfunction but, uh everything’s perfectly all right now"

    This week on The Reel Debaters, the cast celebrates May the 4th with an episode hotter than 2 suns talking about: -How the weight of Star Wars’ legacy is helping or hurting the franchise -The next generation of heroes, villains, and filmmakers -Can Star Wars reclaim box office domination? -Star Wars Day news What we used Star Wars DayStar Wars Confirms 6 Long-Awaited Movies In DevelopmentStar Wars Celebration: The Mandalorian and Grogu Panel, Everything RevealedDarth Maul showStar Fighter Production Credits Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Art by Micheal Petrow Hosts: Micheal Petrow Martin Navarro Charles Fernandes Production Credits: - Producer: Micheal Petrow - Editor: Micheal Petrow - Sound Engineer: Micheal Petrow Contact Information: thereeldebaters@gmail.com Trivia Nights: May 29th Star Wars Patio Trivia At Little Brown Jug, Wininipeg, MB Join The Reel Debaters for a Star Wars Trivia Night so powerful, even Yoda would RSVP. We’ve got: 🔹 Over 40 original trilogy questions to test your Jedi mind tricks 🔹 A surprise round of obscure Star Wars facts (Because who doesn't want to know which droid made a cameo in E.T.?) 🔹 A cosplay challenge – dress to impress or face the wrath of Jar Jar Binks fashion police 🔹 A Star Wars colouring contest – because even bounty hunters need art therapy Whether you’re a Sith scholar, Jedi junkie, or just in it for the snacks and beer on tap, this night will be fully operational. 👾 Bring your lightsaber. And maybe a few friends. 🍺 Bar available, but no Death Sticks. GET ON THE SHOW: Join the debate now and leave your idea on our voicemail or ask a question on our Quora Ask a Question RD voicemail  SOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook Instagram Youtube Donate to the cause About Us Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters Podcast is a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode, blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous,...

    1h 33m
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Set in the backdrop of Winnipeg’s booming film industry, The Reel Debaters are a motley crew of film-obsessed nerds and selected colleagues that sit down each episode blending comedy and a deep insight of cinema with ridiculous, satirical debates and facetious musings on media. Examples are but are not limited to: Could James Bond be a nanny? Best new SNL Cast? What would Indiana Jones and Lara Croft's wedding look like? What if Conan The Barbarian could teach Sex Ed? When not arguing the world of make-believe, you can listen to the reel talk sessions, which get more conversational with the best of film and TV as well as industry interviews from inside the Manitoba film industry, across Canada, and to Hollywood’s front door. New episode every Saturday. Meet your cast: Micheal Petrow Film And Entertainment Sales/Executive Producer/Host Martin Navarro Comedian/Host Jimmy Skinner Comedian/Host Rob Strachan Home Theatre Expert/Host Ian Bawa Filmmaker/Host Mark Cowell String Bean Comics/Host Charles Fernandes The Nerdgasm Show/Host Emily Clark Dodge baller/Host Recorded at Sick Bad Panda Studios Engineered, mastered, and produced by Micheal Petrow

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  • Creator
    The Reel Debaters Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    281
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    DEBATED © Sick Bad Panda Studios
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    The Reel Debaters

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