Making Tarantino: The Podcast

Phillip Duke
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This is a weekly podcast where Phillip and a different co-host each week, go through movies that Quentin Tarantino has seen and recommended throughout his life, that may have influenced his writing and filmmaking.

  1. Joker (2019) & Joker: Folie a Deux (2024) with John C.

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    Joker (2019) & Joker: Folie a Deux (2024) with John C.

    On this episode of the podcast Phillip is joined for the first time by friend of the show and media lover John C. The show idea came about because John C. wrote Phillip on Facebook and asked about doing these movies on the show, and Phillip agreed. Quentin likes both of these movies for different reasons which you will hear about on the show. Phillip starts the show by giving the general information for the two movies. It's then time for Listener' Opinions from Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. John then mentions the music used purposefully in the films. They talk about the history of the music and what it means. Phillip talks a little about mental health and social services. They have a great discussion about the film. It's then time to answer what they saw in these movies that Tarantino might have liked or used in a film. Then they individually rate the movies. John and Phillip then answer whether they would buy these movies, rent them, or find them for free. Phillip then gives his Phil's Film Favorite of the Week; The Rip (2026). John C. then gives his movie recommendation; Let The Right One In (2008). Phillip then promotes next week's show where he will be joined for the first time by his friend Colleen to talk all about Aliens from 1986. Thanks for listening.

    1h 40m
  2. The Mad Bomber (1973) with Erik Clapp

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    The Mad Bomber (1973) with Erik Clapp

    On this season 4 premiere episode of the podcast Phillip is joined by Erik Clapp from Cinema Force to talk about 1973's The Mad Bomber AKA The Police Connection AKA Geronimo. This movie is directed by Bert I. Gordon and it is bonkers. It's available on Tubi, if you haven't seen it. Erik starts the show by asking Phillip about what he may have planned for Season 4. Phillip then reads the general information about the movie with some facts thrown in. It's then time for Listener Opinions from Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. The two then start discussing the film, and it's a great conversation. Then they answer what, from this film, they think Tarantino might have liked or used in a film. They then individually rate the film. Phillip and Erik then answer whether they would buy this movie, rent it, or find it for free. It's then time for Phil's Film Favorite of the Week; Nightmare Alley (2025) (Black and White version. Erik gives a recommendation; Side Street (1949). Phillip then promotes next week's show where he will be joined by movie lover John C. Bronson to discuss 2 films, Joker (2019) and Joker: Folie a Deux (2024). Thanks for listening and/or watching.

    2h 2m
  3. Band of the Hand (1986)

    12/26/2025

    Band of the Hand (1986)

    On this season 3 finale of the podcast Phillip is joined once again by Craig MacNeil from Craig and Friends Podcast. The two are discussing 1986's Band of the Hand. Phillip starts the show by giving the general information about the movie with some of their colorful commentary to go with it. It's then time for Listener Opinion's from Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Then Phillip and Craig start discussing this movie. It's a very fun conversation. They then talk about whether they noticed anything from this movie that Tarantino might have liked or used in a film. Phillip and Craig individually rate the movie. Then they discuss whether they would by this movie, rent it, or find it for free. It's then time for Phil's Film Favorite of the Week. Then Craig gives his movie recommendation for the week; Rampage (1987). Phillip then gives shout outs to everyone that has been on the podcast this season. Thanks to everyone who listens and comments. Phillip will be back for Season 4 on February 6th, 2026.

    2h 36m
  4. There Will Be Blood (2007) with Erik Clapp

    12/19/2025

    There Will Be Blood (2007) with Erik Clapp

    (This episode was recorded on November 19th, before the episode of the Brett Easton Ellis podcast came out with Quentin Tarantino talking about this movie. However, Phillip recorded an additional intro talking about Tarantino's comments.) On this episode of the podcast Phillip is joined once again by Erik Clapp from Cinema Force on YouTube to discuss Paul Thomas Anderson's 2007 classic Th21z3x5u6j4ktmry,tere Will Be Blood. Phillip starts the show by reading the general information about the movie with some trivia sprinkled in. It's then time for Listener' Opinions from Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. The two then discuss this movie, and it's a great discussion. They then answer the question of whether they notice anything from this movie that Tarantino might have liked or used in a film. It's then time for them to individually rate the movie. Phillip and Erik then answer the question of whether they would buy this movie, rent it, or find it for free. It's then time for Phil's Film Favorite of the Week; Seven Samurai (1954). Erik then recommends Frankenstein (2025). Then Phillip promotes the show for next week, which will be the season 3 finale, when he will be joined once again by Craig MacNeil from the Craig and Friends Podcast to discuss 1986's Band of the Hand. Thanks for listening and/or watching.

    2h 15m
  5. Year of the Dragon (1985) with Jerry Dennis

    12/12/2025

    Year of the Dragon (1985) with Jerry Dennis

    On this episode of the podcast Phillip is joined once again by movie lover Jerry Dennis to talk about Michael Cimino's 1985 classic Year of the Dragon. They start by talking about a couple of movie books. Jerry recommends Ten Thousand Bullets the Cinematic Journey of John Woo. Phillip starts the show by giving the general information and some trivia about the movie. It's then time for Listener' Opinions from Twitter, Instagram, and facebook. Then they have a great discussion about this movie. They answer the question of whether they see anything from this movie that Tarantino might have liked or used in a film. It's then time to individually rate the movie. Then they answer whether they would buy this movie, rent it, or find it for free. Phillip then gives his Phil's Film Favorite of the Week; Hard Boiled (1992). Jerry recommends; The Killer (1989), Hard Boiled (1992), Hit Man (2023), and Predator: Badlands (2025). Then Phillip talks about what's coming next week when he will be joined by Erik Clapp from Cinema Force on YouTube to discuss 2007's There Will Be Blood. Thanks for listening and/or watching.

    2h 15m
  6. Invasion U.S.A. with Chip Reeves

    12/05/2025

    Invasion U.S.A. with Chip Reeves

    On this episode Phillip is joined by his original co-host, his cousin Chip Reeves. Phillip starts the show by giving the general information about the movie with some trivia thrown in. It's then time for Listener' Opinions from Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Then Phillip and Chip talk all about the Chuck Norris classic Invasion U.S.A. from 1985. It's a very fun conversation. It's then time to answer the question of whether they noticed anything from this movie that Tarantino might have liked or used in a film. Then they individually rate the movie. They talk about whether they would buy this movie, rent it, or find it for free. Phillip then gives his Phil's Film Favorite of the Week; Cairo Station (1958). Chip recommends the Apple TV show Ted Lasso. Then Phillip promotes next week's show when he will be joined once again by film lover Jerry Dennis to discuss 1985's Year of the Dragon. Thanks for listening and/or watching.

    1h 51m
  7. Night of the Juggler (1980) with Rob Papp

    11/28/2025

    Night of the Juggler (1980) with Rob Papp

    On this episode of the podcast Phillip is joined once again by Rob Papp from The Cinemigos Podcast. Phillip starts the show by reading the general information about Night of the Juggler, with some trivia throughout. It's then time for Listener' Opinions from Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook. Then it's time for Phillip and Rob to discuss this movie. They have a great discussion. Phillip and Rob then answer the question of whether they notice anything from this movie that Tarantino might have liked or used in a film. They then individually rate the movie. Then they answer the question of whether they would buy this movie, rent it, or find it for free. Phillip then gives his Phil's Film Favorite of the Week; Prime Cut (1972). Rob gives a couple of recommendations; Risky Business (1983) (Criterion Collection) and The Mummy (1932). Then Phillip promotes next week's show when he will be joined by his cousin Chip Reeves, the original co-host of the show, and they will be discussing Invasion U.S.A. from 1985. Thanks for listening and/or watching.

    1h 44m
  8. An Interview with Sam Firstenberg

    11/21/2025

    An Interview with Sam Firstenberg

    On this VERY SPECIAL video episode or you could listen to the audio if you are not on Spotify. Phillip had the honor of interviewing Sam Firstenberg and it was a fun and informative conversation. He has directed such movies as Revenge of the Ninja, Ninja III: The Domination, Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo, American Ninja, American Ninja 2, and Avenging Force. Most importantly, and one of the reasons he is on, is to promote the release next year of the new to blu-ray Riverbend (1989) that he also directed. You can pre-order it here: https://shop.reelblack.com/products/riverbend-blu-ray-pre-order-limited-edition He tells a great story about how him and Michael Dudikoff saved a girl from drowning, and a bunch of behind the scenes stories and how he got into the business. Come back next week when Phillip will be joined once again by Rob Papp from The Cinemigo's Podcast for a discussion about Night of the Juggler (1980). Thanks for listening and/or watching.

    1h 40m
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This is a weekly podcast where Phillip and a different co-host each week, go through movies that Quentin Tarantino has seen and recommended throughout his life, that may have influenced his writing and filmmaking.

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