Two Asian Blokes

Danh and Thavy

A podcast where we chat about Asian pop culture: films, tv shows, cartoons, video games, comics, books, food… whatever we’re feeling on the day, really. A little bit of news, a little bit of analysis, but a whole lot of fun. New episodes every Monday!

  1. Rush Hour (1998) Extended audio - Jackie Chan-uary

    JAN 29

    Rush Hour (1998) Extended audio - Jackie Chan-uary

    We’re wrapping up Jackie Chan-uary with a fan favourite: Rush Hour (1998). With a fourth Rush Hour film reportedly in development, now’s the perfect time to revisit this iconic 90s action comedy that paired Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker for the first time. In this review, we break down why Rush Hour worked so well - its chemistry, action, and cultural impact and how its racial humour reflects the tensions of 1990s America. It’s a movie that helped launch Jackie Chan into Hollywood superstardom… even if you have to wince through a few jokes along the way. If you enjoy movie reviews, film analysis, and Asian pop culture, check out our weekly podcast Two Asian Blokes, where we chat about films, TV, and vaguely Asian stuff. SUBSCRIBE -- https://www.youtube.com/@twoasianblokes?sub_confirmation=1 00:00 Intro – Why Rush Hour still matters 03:33 Race & comedy in 1990s Hollywood 05:19 Jackie Chan & Chris Tucker’s perfect chemistry 10:06 East Meets West – cultural clash as comedy 12:25 Camel's hump 15:50 The best thing about Rush Hour 18:10 Bloopers & end credits outtakes 19:15 Final thoughts – does Rush Hour hold up? What do you think of Rush Hour? What's your favorite Jackie Chan movie? Let us know in the comments or contact us at twoasianblokes@gmail.com Also, join our Friends of Two Asian Blokes Facebook group if you want to discuss this topic further. Thanks for listening! Find us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly shows about vaguely Asian stuff. You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twoasianblokes. #jackiechan #rushhour #christucker #rushhour4 #actionmovies #martialartsmovies

    28 min
  2. The Legend of Drunken Master (1994) Extended audio - Jackie Chan-uary

    JAN 15

    The Legend of Drunken Master (1994) Extended audio - Jackie Chan-uary

    We're continuing Jackie Chan-uary with Drunken Master II (1994), or The Legend of Drunken Master as it was called in the West. This is probably Jackie Chan's last Chinese masterpiece and paved the way for his success in the West - ironic considering the nationalist themes running through this movie. But still, who doesn't enjoy watching Wong Fei-hung drink a bunch of industrial grade alcohol before kicking some hanjian butt? If you enjoy content like this, maybe you'd like to check out our weekly podcast Two Asian Blokes, where we chat about Asian pop culture. Video version -- https://youtu.be/M3ad2JEUzx8 SUBSCRIBE -- https://www.youtube.com/@twoasianblokes?sub_confirmation=1 00:00 The Start 02:01 You can't beat white people 03:28 The opening 05:00 Lau Kar-leung 07:02 Ti Lung and Anita Mui 08:48 A timeless movie 10:56 Themes 13:22 Mates 15:01 Bad guys and bad dubbing 16:30 The fights 18:53 The final battle 20:25 The true ending 24:02 closing thoughts What do you think of Drunken Master II? What's your favorite Jackie Chan movie? Let us know in the comments or contact us at twoasianblokes@gmail.com Also, join our Friends of Two Asian Blokes Facebook group if you want to discuss this topic further. Thanks for listening! Find us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly shows about vaguely Asian stuff. You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twoasianblokes.   #jackiechan #drunkenmaster #hongkongcinema #asiancinema #actionmovies #martialartsmovies

    28 min
  3. Armour of God (1986) extended audio - Jackie Chan-uary

    JAN 7

    Armour of God (1986) extended audio - Jackie Chan-uary

    Happy Jackie Chan-uary everyone! In this series we are taking a look at four of our favorite movies from one of our favorite martial artists/actors - the one and only Jackie Chan! Starting with Armour of God (1986) - Jackie Chan's first attempt to do an Indiana Jones movie. And just like an Indiana Jones movie, there are some bits that would cause Disney to put one of their trigger warnings up before the start of the movie. Y'all know what I'm talking about. If you enjoy content like this, maybe you'd like to check out our weekly podcast Two Asian Blokes, where we chat about Asian pop culture. SUBSCRIBE -- https://www.youtube.com/@twoasianblokes?sub_confirmation=1 Video version -- https://youtu.be/2UlpZeOuju8 00:00 The Start 02:22 Jackie Chan's Indiana Jones 04:30 Plot and characters 06:06 Violent comedy 09:57 Jackie Chan is a chauvinistic pig 11:01 The car chase 15:17 Two infiltrations 16:53 Jackie fights four ladies 20:52 Jackie's big accident 22:30 Closing thoughts What do you think of Armour of God? What's your favorite Jackie Chan movie? Let us know in the comments or contact us at twoasianblokes@gmail.com Also, join our Friends of Two Asian Blokes Facebook group if you want to discuss this topic further. Thanks for listening! Find us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly shows about vaguely Asian stuff. You can also follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twoasianblokes. #jackiechan #armourofgod  #hongkongcinema #asiancinema #actionmovies #martialartsmovies

    30 min
  4. 157 - Wicked REVIEW! It's just The Dark Knight for chicks

    12/31/2025

    157 - Wicked REVIEW! It's just The Dark Knight for chicks

    In this week's episode of Two Asian Blokes, we finally review Wicked: Part 1 and Wicked: For Good. Why, you might ask? Well, these two movies happen to be directed by a man that has been mentioned on the podcast quite a bit, usually in a negative context - Jon M. Chu. So what did we think of this series of movies, which are in a genre of film that we're not huge fans of, based on source material that we have little interest in, directed by a man of whom we are not fans?  Well, you'll have to listen to find out. SUBSCRIBE to Two Asian Blokes – https://www.youtube.com/@twoasianblokes?sub_confirmation=1 00:00 The Start 03:39 Thavy hates musicals 09:41 Why are we doing this? 13:42 Thavy hates Disney adults 15:39 In defence of Jon M. Chu 19:37 The benefits of film 24:09 The issues 26:18 The plot 29:58 The songs 35:32 Wicked: For Good 38:34 A bit of a waste 42:31 “Old Hollywood” 45:37 Production hiccups 48:42 The memes 53:27 The tinman 1:03:03 The ending 1:06:49 Closing thoughts How do you feel about Wicked? Are you a fan of the musical? Drop your thoughts in the comments or email us at twoasianblokes@gmail.com  Join our Friends of Two Asian Blokes Facebook group to discuss all things film, anime, and pop culture!  Thanks for tuning in! Catch us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twoasianblokes.  #wicked #wickedforgood #arianagrande #cynthiaerivo

    1h 13m
  5. Xmas BONUS EP - An interview with the cast and crew of A Christmas Party!!

    12/25/2025 · BONUS

    Xmas BONUS EP - An interview with the cast and crew of A Christmas Party!!

    In this special bonus episode of Two Asian Blokes, Danh celebrates Christmas by sitting down with the director and leads of an upcoming indie film, A Christmas Party, Alex Helmer, Jaxon Keller, and Sarah-Grace Donnelly. A Christmas Party is an irreverent Christmas comedy about two childhood friends reconnecting at an awkward family Christmas party, and all the drama, laughs, and love that comes with the holiday season. Follow Alex and A Christmas Party via the links below: FOLLOW A Christmas Party on Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/achristmaspartymovie?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== FOLLOW Alex on Instagram -- https://www.instagram.com/al3x_helmer?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== WATCH the Trailer for A Christmas Party -- https://youtu.be/-UXjVAS-cig SUBSCRIBE to Two Asian Blokes – https://www.youtube.com/@twoasianblokes?sub_confirmation=1 00:00 The Start  01:49 Introducing A Christmas Party  14:58 About the production  46:30 Bonus Round Fun Christmas Quiz  I hope you enjoyed this interview! Thank you so much to Alex, Jaxon and Sarah-Grace for joining us. I had such a fun time interviewing them and you'll have a fun time watching their movie as well! Thanks for tuning in! Catch us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twoasianblokes.  #achristmaspartymovie #achristmasparty #moviepodcast #indiefilm #indiemovie #indiefilmmaker

    59 min
  6. 156 - Physical Asia REVIEW! Alright, who let these Aussies in here?

    12/22/2025

    156 - Physical Asia REVIEW! Alright, who let these Aussies in here?

    In this week's episode of Two Asian Blokes, we took a look at a couple of hot South Korean Netflix titles that explore politics, deception, and systemic corruption for the sake of saving face... not really, though. First we take a look at Good News, a dark comedy political thriller directed by Byun Sung-hyun (Kill Boksoon), starring Hong Kyun and Sul Kyung-gu. In the 1970s, hijackers take over a Japanese flight. They demand a course to Pyongyang, but a mysterious mastermind devises an absurd plan to divert the plane to Seoul. Bureaucracy has never been so hilarious. Then we take a deep dive into Physical Asia, the global spinoff of the popular South Korean series Physical 100, where 8 teams representing 8 Asian (Pacific) nations compete in tests of strength, speed, endurance, and overall physical prowess in order to find the peak of human physicality. SUBSCRIBE to Two Asian Blokes – https://www.youtube.com/@twoasianblokes?sub_confirmation=1 00:00 The Start 00:56 China vs Japan 06:45 Good News review (spoiler-free) 22:09 Minor spoilers for Good News 27:19 Physical Asia  29:38 We’re not sports guys 34:08 Team introductions 39:40 Preliminary quest: Territory capture 40:54 Quest 1: Steal the boxes 45:37 Quest 2: Get the muddy ball 49:59 Quest 3: Rope hang, hurdle, totem hold and sack toss 54:40 Quest 4: Battle Rope Relay 1:01:20 Quest 5: Castle infiltration 1:07:38 Final Quest 1:11:13 Closing thoughts How do you feel about the results of Physical Asia? Who was your favourite team?  Drop your thoughts in the comments or email us at twoasianblokes@gmail.com  Join our Friends of Two Asian Blokes Facebook group to discuss all things film, anime, and pop culture!  Thanks for tuning in! Catch us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts for weekly episodes, and follow us on Instagram and TikTok @twoasianblokes.  #physicalasia #netflix #physical100

    1h 18m

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A podcast where we chat about Asian pop culture: films, tv shows, cartoons, video games, comics, books, food… whatever we’re feeling on the day, really. A little bit of news, a little bit of analysis, but a whole lot of fun. New episodes every Monday!