BJ In The Morning

Brendan and Juan

Welcome back to BJ In The Morning, your favorite dirty name podcast, where we put our nostalgia to the test. With rewatches, first time watches, we are gonna see what holds up! These two friends have been through thick and thin together for over two decades. They’ve got a wealth of hilarious stories, a deep understanding of filmmaking, and a history of movies under their belts. If you’re looking for some good laughs and engaging conversations about movies of the last 30 years, BJ In The Morning is the place to be. 

  1. FIRST TIME Watching Eyes Wide Shut Was WILD | Nostalgia Check

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    FIRST TIME Watching Eyes Wide Shut Was WILD | Nostalgia Check

    SEND US SOME FAN MAIL This week on BJ in the Morning Presents: Nostalgia Check, we finally watched and reviewed Eyes Wide Shut for the very first time… and honestly, we’re still trying to process what we saw. From secret societies and uncomfortable tension to one of the strangest dreamlike movie experiences ever made, we break down the story, themes, performances, and the absolute chaos of trying to understand what Stanley Kubrick was cooking in his final film. Was it a masterpiece? Was it confusing? Was Tom Cruise just wandering around New York for 3 hours? We debate all of it. If you love movie reviews, first-time watches, nostalgic film discussions, and chaotic podcast energy, welcome to Nostalgia Check from BJ in the Morning. Topics Include: First reactions to Eyes Wide ShutStanley Kubrick’s directing styleTom Cruise & Nicole Kidman performancesCreepy masked party discussionThe ending explained (or at least attempted)Funniest and weirdest momentsDoes the movie still hold up today? Like, comment, and subscribe for more movie breakdowns, first-time watches, nostalgia reviews, and podcast episodes from BJ in the Morning. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube Want to support us monthly? Tap here! Become a Producer of the Show! -- Join our Patreon to help us grow, and get a weekly shoutout on the show!

    1h 9m
  2. We Finally Watched Spirited Away - Did It Live Up to the Hype?

    APR 18

    We Finally Watched Spirited Away - Did It Live Up to the Hype?

    SEND US SOME FAN MAIL In this episode of Nostalgia Check, we finally watch Spirited Away (2001) for the very first time and yeah, we were not prepared for this. Directed by Hayao Miyazaki and brought to life by Studio Ghibli, this legendary film has been called one of the greatest animated movies ever made so we had to see if it lived up to the hype. We go in completely fresh and break down:  • Our raw first reactions (confusion included)  • The wildest moments that caught us off guard  • Characters like No-Face and Yubaba - what is going on??  • Plot breakdown from a first-time viewer perspective  • IMDb and Letterboxd reviews  • Does it deserve the “masterpiece” label? This isn’t a polished expert analysis this is what it’s like watching Spirited Away with zero context in 2026. If you’ve seen it, relive that first-watch feeling with us. If you haven’t, maybe watch first. Or don’t. Honestly, we didn’t. We wrap up with our final scores and what’s coming next on the wheel. Always With Me (,いつも何度でも - Itsumo Nando Demo)』 Sootballs (ボイラー虫 - Boiler Mushi) One Summer's Day (あの夏へ - Ano Natsu e)  Spirited Away (Original Soundtrack) Composer: Joe Hisaishi Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube Want to support us monthly? Tap here! Become a Producer of the Show! -- Join our Patreon to help us grow, and get a weekly shoutout on the show!

    1h 2m
  3. Is Shrek Actually Overrated? (2001 Rewatch)

    APR 11

    Is Shrek Actually Overrated? (2001 Rewatch)

    SEND US SOME FAN MAIL Welcome back to Nostalgia Check presented by BJ in the Morning. This week, we’re heading back to 2001 to revisit one of the most iconic animated movies of all time… Shrek. Joined by special guest Mac from fit.w.mac, we break down everything from our first experiences with the film to how it holds up today. We dive into the cast, the legendary voice performances, behind-the-scenes details, and what made Shrek such a game-changer for animation and pop culture. Of course, we couldn’t stop there. Mac joins us for a Shrek-themed game that quickly spirals out of control… and let’s just say Juan is NOT a fan. In this episode: Our updated thoughts on Shrek (2001)Cast and production highlightsIMDb and Letterboxd reviewsFull plot breakdown with commentaryFinal scores and rankingsA chaotic Shrek game featuring Mac (and Juan’s downfall)Whether you grew up quoting this movie or you’re revisiting it for the first time, this episode is packed with laughs, nostalgia, and maybe a little bit of swamp energy. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more movie reviews, rewatches, and weekly chaos. Support the show Be sure to leave a rating, it really helps the show, send your favorite episodes to your friends, family or dog, and check us out on all the social media platforms! Instagram Youtube Want to support us monthly? Tap here! Become a Producer of the Show! -- Join our Patreon to help us grow, and get a weekly shoutout on the show!

    1h 15m
3.8
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10 Ratings

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Welcome back to BJ In The Morning, your favorite dirty name podcast, where we put our nostalgia to the test. With rewatches, first time watches, we are gonna see what holds up! These two friends have been through thick and thin together for over two decades. They’ve got a wealth of hilarious stories, a deep understanding of filmmaking, and a history of movies under their belts. If you’re looking for some good laughs and engaging conversations about movies of the last 30 years, BJ In The Morning is the place to be. 

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