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A weekly podcast reviewing one or two new release titles every episode with an occasional free-for-all segment at the end we call Potpourri. Proudly presented by ObsessiveViewer.com. A full archive of The Obsessive Viewer Podcast (as well as written reviews) can be found at ObsessiveViewer.com.

  1. Oct 3

    OV516 - Primetime (2026) & Resident Evil (2026) - Guest: Sam Watermeier

    This week, Sam Watermeier joins me to review Lance Oppenheim's Primetime in a feature review. Then we review the new Zach Cregger movie, Resident Evil in this week's secondary review. We also discuss Indianapolis movie events and recent movie and TV news, and more.   Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Sam - 01:47 Indianapolis Film Events - 06:48 News Before the Reviews - 11:06 Feature Review Primetime (2026) - 17:14 Spoiler - 46:25 Secondary Review Resident Evil (2026) - 1:31:38 Closing the Ep - 1:53:18   Related Links World Premiere of Independent Horror Film "MOTHER" at Kan-Kan on 10/10 Danny Boyle Says '28 Years Later Part 3' Will 'Have a Lot of Cillian Murphy in It' and Backs Jack O'Connell as the Next James Bond Danny Boyle Confirms Use Of AI In New Movie 'Ink' Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's Elizabeth Holmes Doc 'You Can See Everything' Detonates the Oscar Race   Follow the IFJA on Letterboxd Sam's Letterboxd Sam's Writing on Midwest Film Journal   My 2026 Podcast and Writing Archive The Gotham Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots Project on Patreon BB006 – Brief Encounter (1945) & The Apartment (1960) – Jul 27, 2026 BB007 – Thief (1981) & Collateral (2004) – Aug 8, 2026 BB008 – Miller's Crossing (1990) & No Country for Old Men (2007) – Aug 16, 2026 Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content My Criterion Amazon Wish List Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.7.3) Sam: Samson Q2U in Riverside Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV516   Next Week on the Podcast OV517 - Digger (2026) & Verity (2026) Next episode reviews subject to (and probably will) change

    OV516 - Primetime (2026) & Resident Evil (2026) - Guest: Sam Watermeier

  2. Oct 3 ·  Bonus

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    Introducing The Optimism We All Need Right Now with Simon Sinek from The Oprah Podcast. Follow the show: The Oprah Podcast BUY THE BOOK! Start with Why by Simon Sinek  https://amzn.to/4xQ0ETD Simon Sinek’s landmark New York Times bestseller Start with Why transformed how leaders, entrepreneurs and employees think - inspiring them to shift their focus from what they do to why they do it. Simon brought this revolutionary concept to life with his Ted Talk, "How Great Leaders Inspire Action" which instantly went viral - and now ranks as the fourth most-watched Ted talk of all time with more than 90 million views.  In this conversation, Oprah and Simon talk about how to feel more energized, optimistic and engaged in your work and life - especially at times of high anxiety and uncertainty. Simon answers questions from several viewers including a woman who is considering leaving her 9-5 job to become an entrepreneur, one who is still looking for her dream job at age 49 and another who is terrified about losing her identity as she faces retirement. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who may be feeling a little lost and looking for clarity, direction and optimism.  00:00:00 - Welcome Simon Sinek, author of “Start with Why”  00:05:15 - The golden circle  00:09:15 - Asking for help 00:10:30 - Why vs. intention  00:13:30 - The thread of your life  00:17:40 - The age of the Influencer  00:20:10 - Optimism meaning 00:27:10 - Introverts and extroverts 00:28:40 - Blocking out doubt when chasing your why 00:32:30 - Jobs are not safe 00:34:50 - Find your guiding question 00:41:40 - Is a "dream job" a goal? 00:48:39 - The friend test  00:54:00 - The importance of relationships  00:55:20 - The key to finding your why 00:57:00 - A well-lived life Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. Sep 21

    OV515 - Coyote vs. Acme (2026) & Onslaught (2026) - Guests: Brent Leuthold and Keegan King

    This week, Brent Leuthold and Keegan King join me to review Coyote vs. Acme in a feature review. Then we review the new Adam Wingard movie, Onslaught in this week's secondary review. We also discuss Indianapolis movie events and recent movie and TV news, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Brent and Keegan - 02:21 Indianapolis Film Events - 07:43 News Before the Reviews - 11:40 Feature Review Coyote vs Acme (2026) - 19:20 Spoiler - 1:01:18 Secondary Review Onslaught (2026) - 1:17:32 Movie Theater Talk Tangent - 1:48:28 Closing the Ep - 2:02:53 Related Links Follow Withdrawal's Roadshow Tour Follow Withdrawal on Instagram Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim's Elizabeth Holmes Doc 'You Can See Everything' Detonates the Oscar Race   Follow the IFJA on Letterboxd Brent's Letterboxd Brent's Writing on Awake in the Dark Keegan's Letterboxd My 2026 Podcast and Writing Archive The Gotham Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots Project on Patreon BB006 – Brief Encounter (1945) & The Apartment (1960) – Jul 27, 2026 BB007 – Thief (1981) & Collateral (2004) – Aug 8, 2026 BB008 – Miller's Crossing (1990) & No Country for Old Men (2007) – Aug 16, 2026 Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content My Criterion Amazon Wish List Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.7.3) Brent: Earthworks ICON Pro in Riverside Keegan: Headset Mic in Riverside Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV515 Next Week on the Podcast OV516 - Resident Evil (2026) & TBA Next episode reviews subject to (and probably will) change

    OV515 - Coyote vs. Acme (2026) & Onslaught (2026) - Guests: Brent Leuthold and Keegan King

  4. Sep 12

    OV514 - Filmmaker Interview: Withdrawal (2026) Writer/Director/Editor Aaron Strand

    In this special interview episode, I chat with filmmaker Aaron Strand whose debut feature, Withdrawal is playing at the Kan-Kan on September 16th at 7:30pm with a live Q&A to follow. We discuss Aaron's journey toward making Withdrawal, filming it in his hometown, touring it around North America, the NonDē film movement, and more! You can follow the film's tour at WITHDRAWALFILM.COM.  Video Version on YouTube Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Aaron - 01:45 Related Links 'WITHDRAWAL' + Q&A WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR AARON STRAND Withdrawal Film Follow Withdrawal on Instagram NonDē Film Movement   My 2026 Podcast and Writing Archive The Gotham Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots Project on Patreon BB004 - Targets (1968) & Tower (2016) - Jul 12, 2026 BB005 - On the Waterfront (1954) & Sorcerer (1977) - Jul 18, 2026 BB006 - Brief Encounter (1945) & The Apartment (1960) - Jul 27, 2026 Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content My Criterion Amazon Wish List Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree  Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.7.3) Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV514 Next Week on the Podcast OV515 - Coyote vs. Acme (2026) & Onslaught (2026) Next episode reviews subject to (and probably will) change

  5. Sep 8

    OV513 - Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026) & Buddy (2026) - Guest: Sam Watermeier

    This week, Sam Watermeier joins me to review the new Jane Schoenbrun film, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma in a feature review. Then I review the Casper Kelly horror movie, Buddy in this week's secondary review. We also discuss Indianapolis movie events and recent news of the passing of Friday the 13th screenwriter Victor Miller, actor Tim Curry, and all-around icon Dolly Parton. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Sam - 03:40 Indianapolis Film Events - 04:28 News Before the Reviews - 14:45 Feature Review Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026) - 22:23 Spoiler - 1:00:41 Exit Sam - 1:22:40 Secondary Review Buddy (2026) - 1:34:52 Closing the Ep - 1:49:43   Related Links 'WITHDRAWAL' + Q&A WITH WRITER/DIRECTOR AARON STRAND Victor Miller, 'Friday the 13th' Screenwriter, Dies at 86 Tim Curry Dies: 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' Actor Was 80 Dolly Parton Dies: Iconic "Jolene" Singer-Songwriter, '9 To 5' Star & 11-Time Grammy Winner Was 80   Follow the IFJA on Letterboxd Sam's Letterboxd Sam's Writing on Midwest Film Journal   My 2026 Podcast and Writing Archive The Gotham Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots Project on Patreon BB006 - Brief Encounter (1945) & The Apartment (1960) - Jul 27, 2026 BB007 - Thief (1981) & Collateral (2004) - Aug 8, 2026 BB008 - Miller's Crossing (1990) & No Country for Old Men (2007) - Aug 16, 2026 Immediate Reaction - The Last House (2026) - Aug 11, 2026   Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse   Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content My Criterion Amazon Wish List Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree   Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd   Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.7.3) Sam: Samson Q2U via USB in Riverside   Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV513   Next Week on the Podcast OV514 - Interview with filmmaker Aaron Strand (Withdrawal) Next episode reviews subject to (and probably will) change

    OV513 - Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma (2026) & Buddy (2026) - Guest: Sam Watermeier

  6. Aug 7

    OV512 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) & The Dink (2026) - Guests: Andy Carr and Brent Leuthold

    This week, Andy Carr and Brent Leuthold join me to review the new MCU film, Spider-Man: Brand New Day in a feature review. Then we review the AppleTV pickleball comedy, The Dink in this week's secondary review. We also discuss Indianapolis movie events and recent news involving Paramount+'s Clueless limited series, Spider-Man's record breaking opening weekend, Wonder Man's cancellation, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Andy and Brent - 03:11 Indianapolis Film Events - 12:54 News Before the Reviews - 22:36 Feature Review Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) - 39:33 Spoiler - 1:30:34 Secondary Review The Dink (2026) - 2:09:26 Closing the Ep - 2:25:29 Related Links 'Clueless' Sequel Starring Alicia Silverstone Ordered As Limited Series By Paramount+ 'Wonder Man' Not Returning for Season 2 at Disney+ 'Avengers: Endgame' Directors Congratulate 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' for Breaking Their Opening Weekend Record: 'The Gauntlet Has Been Passed' Christine Taylor Reflects on 'Very Difficult' Separation from Ben Stiller and How They Found Their 'Way Back' to One Another Midwest Film Journal: Spider-Man: Brand New Day Review by Evan Dossey   Follow the IFJA on Letterboxd Brent's Letterboxd Brent's Writing on Awake in the Dark Andy's Letterboxd Andy's Work at Odd Trilogies   My 2026 Podcast and Writing Archive The Gotham Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots Project on Patreon BB004 - Targets (1968) & Tower (2016) - Jul 12, 2026 BB005 - On the Waterfront (1954) & Sorcerer (1977) - Jul 18, 2026 BB006 - Brief Encounter (1945) & The Apartment (1960) - Jul 27, 2026   Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse   Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content My Criterion Amazon Wish List Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree   Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd   Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.7.3) Andy: Samson Q2U via USB in Riverside Brent: Earthworks ICON Pro in Riverside Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV512 Next Week on the Podcast OV513 - One Night Only (2026) & The Last House (2026) Next episode reviews subject to (and probably will) change

    OV512 - Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026) & The Dink (2026) - Guests: Andy Carr and Brent Leuthold

  7. Jul 17

    OV511 - The Odyssey (2026) & Lawrence of Arabia (1962) Patreon Review

    This week, Tiny and I review the new Christopher Nolan epic, The Odyssey in a feature review. Then, in lieu of a secondary review, I share my full Lawrence of Arabia review from my Backhalf Blindspots project on Patreon. We also discuss recent news, Indianapolis movie events, and Barnes & Noble's 50% off Criterion sale. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Catching up with Tiny - 03:58 Indianapolis Film Events - 09:23 News Before the Reviews - 15:47 Feature Review The Odyssey (2026) - 38:53 Spoiler - 1:15:50 Patreon Review Lawrence of Arabia (1962) - 1:50:07 Closing the Ep - 2:26:05 Related Links Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' to Skip Social Media Influencer Screenings Barnes & Noble Criterion Sale Netflix Among Parties in Early Talks to Buy Letterboxd: Report Sam Neill, 'Jurassic Park' Star, Dies at 78 Christopher Nolan Dedicates 'The Odyssey' to Late Imax Pioneer David Keighley Follow the IFJA on Letterboxd My 2026 Podcast and Writing Archive The Gotham Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots 001 - Cool Hand Luke (1967) & Remember the Daze (2008) - Jul 2, 2026 Backhalf Blindspots 002 - Lawrence of Arabia (1962) & Once Upon a Time in China (1991) - Jul 5, 2026 Backhalf Blindspots 003 - Boyz n the Hood (1991) & Menace II Society (1993) - Jul 12, 2026 Patreon Companion Episodes Collection Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content My Criterion Amazon Wish List Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd   Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.7.3) Tiny: RØDE Podmic USB Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV511 Next Week on the Podcast OV512 - Motor City (2026) & The Dink (2026)

    OV511 - The Odyssey (2026) & Lawrence of Arabia (1962) Patreon Review

  8. Jul 3

    OV510 - Supergirl (2026) & Voicemails for Isabelle (2026) - Guest: Joe Shearer

    This week, Joe Shearer joins me to review the new DCU film, Supergirl in a feature review. Then we review the Netflix romcom, Voicemails for Isabelle in this week's secondary review. We also discuss recent news, Indianapolis movie events, and Barnes & Noble's 50% off Criterion sale. Video Version on YouTube Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Joe - 03:33 Indianapolis Film Events - 14:29 News: No Influencer Odyssey Screenings - 23:22 News: Criterion Sale - 35:35 Feature Review Supergirl (2026) - 45:09 Spoiler - 1:11:45 Secondary Review Voicemails for Isabelle (2026) - 1:40:17 Spoiler - 1:52:44 Closing the Ep - 2:34:41 Related Links The Complete Kubrick | The Criterion Collection Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' to Skip Social Media Influencer Screenings Barnes & Noble Criterion Sale Odd Trilogies Podcast  Follow the IFJA on Letterboxd Joe's Letterboxd Joe's Writing on Midwest Film Journal  My 2026 Podcast and Writing Archive The Gotham Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots Project on Patreon Backhalf Blindspots 001 - Cool Hand Luke (1967) & Remember the Daze (2008) - Jul 2, 2026 Immediate Reaction - Gail Daughtry and the Celebrity Sex Pass (2026) - Jun 30, 2026 Immediate Reaction - Over Your Dead Body (2026) - Jun 30, 2026 Patreon Companion Episodes Collection Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd  Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.7.3) Joe: Toner USB Mic in Riverside  Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV510  Next Week on the Podcast OV511 - TBD - Maybe Widow's Bay

    OV510 - Supergirl (2026) & Voicemails for Isabelle (2026) - Guest: Joe Shearer
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A weekly podcast reviewing one or two new release titles every episode with an occasional free-for-all segment at the end we call Potpourri. Proudly presented by ObsessiveViewer.com. A full archive of The Obsessive Viewer Podcast (as well as written reviews) can be found at ObsessiveViewer.com.

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