The MacGuffin Guild

The MacGuffin Guild
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A MacGuffin is a plot device that drives along a story. Life long friends, and film fans, Pat, Justin and Mike use movies as a MacGuffin to drive along their conversation. Join the Guild!

  1. Dead Format Campaign (A MacGuffin Mini)

    02/06/2024 · BONUS

    Dead Format Campaign (A MacGuffin Mini)

    We here at The MacGuffin Guild want to know if YOU'VE ever wanted to take part in making a movie! If so, then now (and we mean literally RIGHT NOW) is your opportunity to do just that! Our good friend Mike Lombardo, writer and director of the holiday horror feature film “I’m Dreaming of a White Doomsday” and author of the short story anthology “Please Don’t tap on the Glass” is making a new feature film based on one of his short stories, called… DEAD FORMAT. And, in order to make Dead Format come to life, Mike Lombardo needs your help. Head on over to the Dead Format campaign at IndieGoGo (https://igg.me/at/deadformat) and check out the awesome perks! Time is VERY limited, so make the move before this campaign goes the way of the VHS. If you donate, not only will you help Mike make this passion project a reality, but you’ll also get spoiled with SO many perks that this campaign has to offer. Including: Opportunities to get your name in the credits and live on in film history, or even better, become an Associate Producer or even an Executive Producer! (You know you’ve always wanted to do that.) Or, grab a singed Blu-Ray of the finished film “Dead Format” or Mike’s first feature “I’m Dreaming of a White Doomsday”. This campaign is also offering Video or social Media “Thank You’s” directly from Mike himself (or, if you get lucky, maybe even award winning author Brian Keene). Get your hands on Props from the actual film, which include video store-style hardshell video tapes of fictional movies, as well as a membership to the fictional Video Castle, or a VHS replica prop of “NEXT TO DIE”, which will be heavily featured in the finished film. There are SOOOO many cool perks that you’ve just GOT to check out! So, as soon as this video ends, head directly over to the link in the comments and see how YOU can take part in film history. We here at The MacGuffin Guild are in FULL support of Mike Lombardo and the entire “Dead Format” production team and we can’t wait to see this film come to life. Thanks for listening to my “Dead Format” pitch and we hope to cross paths with you again one day over at The MacGuffin Guild — find us on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Until then, we’ll see you at the “Dead Format” World Premiere! Now hurry and click that link! https://igg.me/at/deadformat

    11 min
  2. Leviathan (Ep. 042)

    30/05/2024

    Leviathan (Ep. 042)

    On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we’re gonna bring some questionable cargo back to our mining base in the depths of the ocean — in Leviathan. This 1989 Body Horror Sci-Fi Thriller was Directed by George P. Cosmatos and stars Peter Weller, Richard Crenna, Amanda Pays, Daniel Stern, Hector Elizondo, Meg Foster and Ernie Hudson as the arguably cooler Justin Jones.  We're gonna talk some turkey, drink some sea water, and explore whether or not this film is a rip-off. We'll discuss Stan Winston Studios, Robo’s Oreos and witness an Editor’s worst nightmare. We'll get into other underwater films, blackberry brandy backwash, Tube Worms, and discuss finding the joy in Caligula.  I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent.  Now cue the happy music and let’s take a deep dive into… Leviathan. Follow The MacGuffin Guild on social media. YouTube - @themacguffinguild Facebook - The MacGuffin Guild Instagram - @the_macguffin_guild Twitter / X - @MacGuffinGuild TikTok - @the_macguffin_guild

    1h 50m
  3. Blood Diner (Ep. 041)

    12/04/2024

    Blood Diner (Ep. 041)

    On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're gonna let them greet us, before they eat us… in Blood Diner. This 1987 Horror Comedy Cult Classic was Directed by Jackie Kong and stars Rick Burks, Carl Crew, Drew Godderis, Roger Dauer, Lisa Elaina and Tanya Papanicolas as Sheetar.  We're gonna celebrate the career of the legendary Jackie Kong, explore the works of Don Preston, talk about naked aerobics, bobbiting yourself and Billy Barty Farts. We'll discuss Dino Lee the king of white trash, the sad tragedy of Rick Burks, The Colonial Theater Blood Diner Screening and ask the question — who smells like teriyaki? We'll get into the Dukey Flyswatter connection to our last episode, Spend the Night by Kong Comics, and Jackie Kong’s love for her characters. I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent.  Now cleanse your palette for the Ultimate in Killer Cuisine… at the Blood Diner. Follow The MacGuffin Guild on social media. YouTube - @themacguffinguild Facebook - The MacGuffin Guild Instagram - @the_macguffin_guild Twitter / X - @MacGuffinGuild TikTok - @the_macguffin_guild

    1h 53m
  4. Lord of Illusions (Ep. 040)

    22/03/2024

    Lord of Illusions (Ep. 040)

    On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're going to prepare for the coming… In Lord of Illusions. This 1995 Horror Mystery Thriller was Directed by Clive Barker and stars Scott Bakula, Famke Janssen, Kevin J. O’Connor and Daniel von Bergen.  We're gonna talk about Horror Noir, unknowingly walking under floating vehicles, what’s in Justin’s closet?, how to mislead a ghost by faking your own death, and ask the question, “are you ready for our wisdom?” We'll discuss Scott Bakula’s career, Traci Lords, how Mike altered Pat’s perception of storytelling, ’94 screen savers in cinema, and the tragic story of Daniel von Bergen. We'll get into how subtext can sometimes go over Mike’s head, funky dancin’, the Quantum Leap theatrical film, invisible fire ropes, the 2 things Pat hates the most in this world, and an exclusive, first time ever, McMuffin Guild Conspiracy Theory. I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio.  Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent.  Trust Nothing Except Your Fear in Lord of Illusions.

    1h 35m
  5. Treasure Island, 1950 & Fatt Matt (Ep. 039)

    25/08/2021

    Treasure Island, 1950 & Fatt Matt (Ep. 039)

    On this very special episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're gonna climb aboard the Hispaniola and set sail with Long John Silver and Jim Hawkins... in Treasure Island. This classic 1950 Family Adventure stars Robert Newton, Bobby Driscoll, Basil Sydney, Walter Fitzgerald & Denis O'Dea. Directed by Byron Haskin. We're gonna discuss International Talk Like a Pirate Day, the works and major impact of Byron Haskin, Violence in Disney Movies, Blind Frankenstein and Robert Newton's insane Pop Culture influence. We'll dig into the Tragedy of Bobby Driscoll, The Misfits, Tina Fey's Niece, getting a hearse towed from New York City, comparing punk rockers to pirates and Muppet Penis Jokes. We'll also get into Justin's favorite Pirate movies, we'll spend some time with our good friend Fatt Matt. As well as the WORLD PREMIERE of one of his short stories, inspired by this film. I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio. Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Come with us on a swashbuckling adventure... in Treasure Island.

    1h 52m
  6. Jesus Christ Superstar (Ep. 038)

    18/08/2021

    Jesus Christ Superstar (Ep. 038)

    On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're going to witness the story of the last 6 days in the life of Jesus Christ... in Jesus Christ Superstar. This classic 1973 Rock Opera stars Ted Neeley, Carl Anderson, Yvonne Elliman, Paul Thomas and Josh Mostel. Directed by Norman Jewison. We're gonna talk about the works of Norman Jewison, Rock Opera's vs. Musicals, this film's controversies, comparisons to The Passion of the Christ, and the game of "telephone" in human history. We'll dig into the intense talent of Carl Anderson, Justin and Pat's love for Steel Magnolias and real violence caught on film. We'll also dig into the fickle nature of humans, Paul Thomas as Peter -- in both THIS film as well as 388 adult films, odd human tendencies, the perception of Jesus in the film and the sexual appeal of an audio show. I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio. Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. First the stage show... then the film... now the podcast...  Jesus Christ Superstar.

    1h 44m
  7. Joe Bob "JamboRecap" (Ep. 037)

    28/07/2021

    Joe Bob "JamboRecap" (Ep. 037)

    On this very special episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're going to take a walk down memory lane and head on over to the Mahoning Drive-In Theater to re-live our experiences at the 1st Annual Joe Bob Briggs Drive-In Jamboree.  We're gonna talk about The Last Drive-In, the event schedule, our previous Drive-In Experiences, the weather,  and the mystery of standing in unknown lines. We'll dig into the 2 Feature Films, Ernie the Lizard, John Brennan and the Big Feet, amazing nipple practical FX, and the dramatic recent history of The Mahoning Theater.. We'll also dig into the Job Bob Briggs’ Fanzine, the history of the town of Jim Thorpe and we'll discuss some of the event vendors; including Scream Team Releasing, Zombie Head and Buffalo Bill's House. We'll also question what paperwork we have to fill out to join the Mutant Fam. I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio. Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. Come with us as we head on down to the Mahoning Drive-In Theater for this special edition Joe Bob "JamboRecap".

    59 min
  8. Dead End Drive-In (Ep. 036)

    15/07/2021

    Dead End Drive-In (Ep. 036)

    On this episode of the MacGuffin Guild, we're going to become part of Drive-In based concentration camp for outcast youths -- in Dead End Drive-In. This 1986 Action Stunt Drama, and questionable Horror stars Ned Manning, Natalie McCurry, Peter Whitford, Wilbur Wilde among others. Directed by Brian Trenchard-Smith. We're gonna talk about comparisons to Mad Max, the "choose your own adventure" moment, misleading cover art  and the works of Brian Trenchard-Smith. We'll dig into the Metric System, Rambo Takes Russia, this films Nominations and we'll discuss whether or not other countries re-make American Films. We'll also dig into the true pronunciation of Stephen King, this film's commentary on society, Joe Bob Briggs' 1st Annual Drive-In Jamboree, Max Maxwell and Guy Norris, the illusion of freedom and we'll question why this film is classified as Horror. I'm Pat Dougherty and as always I'll be joined by my fellow MacGuffin's Justin Jones and Mike Antonio. Our theme song was written and performed by Jordan Vincent. The Price of Admission is the rest of your life... in Dead End Drive-In.

    1h 32m
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A MacGuffin is a plot device that drives along a story. Life long friends, and film fans, Pat, Justin and Mike use movies as a MacGuffin to drive along their conversation. Join the Guild!

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  • Creator
    The MacGuffin Guild
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The MacGuffin Guild
  • Show Website
    The MacGuffin Guild