Coolest Alive

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The Coolest Alive Podcast with Jesse Blaze Snider. Every Tuesday, “Coolest Alive” dives into a fantastic album worthy of your time. No stuffy reviews here, just records from across genres getting deserved praise as must-listen classics, packed with cool vibes and reasons to hit play. Tune in for the best in music weekly. Wednesday’s “Coolest Alive” is all about comic books/graphic novels that shine bright. We’re not reviewing, we’re celebrating what makes this medium so awesome! Join us to discover a visual storytelling gem you’ll want to check out. Thursday’s “Coolest Alive” brings the spotlight to a stellar film or TV show. Forget formal critiques, we’re here to talk about what makes live-action filmmaking so great, from epic moments to why it’s a must-watch. Catch the cinematic love every week. Fridays are for the eclectic, think BOOKS, DOCUMENTARIES, STAGE SHOWS, VIDEO GAMES, STREET FIGHTS, or anything else not covered on Tuesday through Thursday's shows. Each week, we share something extraordinary (besides music, comics, and movies), diving into why it’s a standout in its field. Expect the unexpected every Friday as we explore the coolest picks...across ALL mediums!

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    WENDIGO Creature Feature w/ HORNS! ("Antlers" Disturbs on DEEEEP Levels!)

    On this episode of the Coolest Alive, host Jesse Blaze Snider talks about Antlers (2021), produced by Guillermo del Toro and directed by Scott Cooper, which is a chilling folk-horror tale set in a decaying Oregon town. Teacher Julia Meadows (Keri Russell) and her sheriff brother Paul (Jesse Plemons) investigate a troubled student tied to a tragic, wendigo-like creature born from family trauma and desperation. Atmospheric, slow-burn suspense meets visceral creature design in this modern monster story. We explore its eerie blend of myth, rural decay, and primal fear that lingers long after the screen fades.

    14 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    COMICS: BEST COMEBACK in COMICS?!

    On this episode of Coolest Alive, Jesse Blaze Snider talks about Green Lantern: Rebirth (2004–2005), which is Geoff Johns’ 6-issue miniseries that brought Hal Jordan back from exile, retconned Parallax as a fear entity, and relaunched the Green Lantern Corps. Drawn by Ethan Van Sciver, it reintroduces the Guardians, Kilowog, Sinestro, and the seeds of the Emotional Spectrum. A massive sales hit that revitalized the franchise and set up major DC events, this story is a cornerstone of modern cosmic heroism. We unpack Hal’s redemption, the power of will, and why Rebirth changed Green Lantern forever.

    23 min

  3. 3 DAYS AGO

    ANIMATION: BEST HULK MOVIES are an ANIMATED DOUBLE FEATURE!

    On this episode of Coolest Alive, Jesse Blaze Snider explores the brutal power of Hulk Vs. (2009), a double-feature animated anthology pitting the unstoppable Hulk against Wolverine and Thor. In one story, Logan hunts the Hulk through the Canadian wilderness in a savage, Weapon X-tinged clash. In the other, Thor battles the green giant amid Loki’s schemes on Asgard. With voices by Fred Tatasciore (Hulk), Steven Blum (Wolverine), and Matthew Wolf (Thor), this PG-13 Marvel Animation release delivers intense, dialogue-light fights and mature action. We dive into why these high-stakes battles remain a fan-favorite showcase of rage and destruction.

    18 min

  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    Um, BEST SOUNDTRACK EVER?! (The Blues Bros WE’RE on a Mission from the God of Rhythm & Blues!)

    On episode #313 of Coolest Alive, host Jesse Blaze Snider dives into the soulful, high-energy world of The Blues Brothers Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (1980): the explosive album that turned a Saturday Night Live sketch into a cultural phenomenon and revived classic blues and R&B for a whole new generation. Join us as we break down this iconic double-platinum (and beyond) release from Atlantic Records, featuring Jake and Elwood Blues (John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd) backed by an all-star band of Stax legends like Steve “The Colonel” Cropper, Donald “Duck” Dunn, Matt “Guitar” Murphy, and the killer horn section of Blue Lou Marini, Tom Malone, and Alan Rubin. We’ll spotlight the standout tracks: the swinging “Peter Gunn Theme”, and unforgettable guest performances from legends including Ray Charles on “Shake a Tail Feather”, Aretha Franklin’s fiery “Think”, James Brown’s electrifying “The Old Landmark”, and of course, Cab Calloway’s timeless “Minnie the Moocher”. From the “mission from God” lore to the musicianship behind the comedy, we celebrate why this album remains one of the greatest soundtracks ever made: a joyous, foot-stomping celebration of rhythm and blues and unbridled enthusiasm. Whether you’re a longtime fan quoting lines from the movie or discovering the music for the first time, this episode is your ticket to the party. Put on your shades, hit play, and let’s get on the good foot!

    27 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    TMNT Celebration! (Cartoons, Live- Action, Toys & MORE LOVE for the Ninja Turtles!)

    Cowabunga, dudes! Coolest Alive is going full shell-shocked celebration mode for the greatest heroes in a half-shell: the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Join me as I geek out over EVERY epic moment, character, cartoon, movie, comic, and pizza-fueled adventure that’s ever rocked my world. From the original gritty Mirage comics to the radical ‘80s/‘90s cartoon classics, the live-action films that still hold up, and all the wild iterations in between…this is my ultimate love letter to Leonardo’s leadership, Michelangelo’s party energy, Donatello’s tech genius, Raphael’s attitude, and Master Splinter’s wisdom. We’re talking the coolest fights, the best one-liners, the most bodacious villains (Shredder forever!), and why these four mutated brothers have been one of the raddest parts of my existence since day one. Grab your nunchucks, order extra pizza, and get ready to feel the turtle power, because this episode is 100% Cowabunga certified and all about why TMNT is, and always will be, the coolest alive!

    59 min

  6. 6 FEB

    Video Anthology: Alice Cooper & Bobcat Goldthwait w/ Twisted Sister?!

    In episode #311 of the Coolest Alive, Jesse's wildcard pick, Twisted Sister’s Come Out and Play Music Video Collection, capturing the band’s over-the-top 1980s glam-metal energy through iconic videos tied to their album era, featuring Dee Snider’s larger-than-life presence in comedic setups like scrapyard advice sessions and schoolyard rebellion, all set to anthems that mix heavy riffs with playful, rebellious spirit in a nostalgic visual package, featuring a slew of memorable cameos.

    19 min

  7. 5 FEB

    Live-Action: Damon & Affleck KNOCK it OUT the PARK w/ "The Rip" (NEW on Netflix)

    In this episode of Coolest Alive, Jesse highlights the live-action thriller The Rip, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck as Miami cop partners whose discovery of millions in cash inside a stash house unravels trust within their team, blending gritty heist tension, sharp banter, and moral ambiguity in a high-stakes Netflix original that delivers rogue-cop drama with explosive action and a killer ensemble cast.

    14 min

  8. 4 FEB

    Comics: Batman: Three Jokers from DC's Black Label PASSES the Taste Test!

    In episode #309 of Coolest Alive, Jesse Blaze Snider shines a light on Batman: Three Jokers graphic novel, where Geoff Johns and Jason Fabok deliver a gripping, emotional deep dive into the Clown Prince of Crime by revealing three distinct versions of the Joker haunting Gotham, forcing Batman, Batgirl, and Red Hood to confront their traumas and the twisted legacy of the villain in a story that reexamines decades of Batman lore with stunning art and psychological intensity.

    16 min
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The Coolest Alive Podcast with Jesse Blaze Snider. Every Tuesday, “Coolest Alive” dives into a fantastic album worthy of your time. No stuffy reviews here, just records from across genres getting deserved praise as must-listen classics, packed with cool vibes and reasons to hit play. Tune in for the best in music weekly. Wednesday’s “Coolest Alive” is all about comic books/graphic novels that shine bright. We’re not reviewing, we’re celebrating what makes this medium so awesome! Join us to discover a visual storytelling gem you’ll want to check out. Thursday’s “Coolest Alive” brings the spotlight to a stellar film or TV show. Forget formal critiques, we’re here to talk about what makes live-action filmmaking so great, from epic moments to why it’s a must-watch. Catch the cinematic love every week. Fridays are for the eclectic, think BOOKS, DOCUMENTARIES, STAGE SHOWS, VIDEO GAMES, STREET FIGHTS, or anything else not covered on Tuesday through Thursday's shows. Each week, we share something extraordinary (besides music, comics, and movies), diving into why it’s a standout in its field. Expect the unexpected every Friday as we explore the coolest picks...across ALL mediums!

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