Barnes Boys

Ryan Barnes
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A father and son, both movie lovers, watch and discuss movies from the distinct perspectives their two generations and the environment they grew up in has given them.

  1. Rocky

    09/14/2022

    Rocky

    The Barnes Boys Take you Back (do do do dooo) to 1976's amazing drama about a man who came from nothing but heart found value in who he was.In this episode we talk about the unknown actor and writer who believed in himself enough to put EVERYTHING on the line to make this movie which won Best Picture and started Sylvester Stallone's career, Italian family dynamics, how faith in ones' self makes all the difference in the world, how Rocky ISN'T a boxing movie, and much more!

    47 min
  2. Swingers

    09/05/2022

    Swingers

    The Barnes Boys continues this excellent episode as Ryan and Anakin dive into the 1996 cult classic Swingers starring Vince Vaughn and Jon Favreau, taking a look at the confusion of 90's dating, old school Vegas, social awkwardness, Heather Graham's Dorian Grey-ness, and how Jon Favreau not only influenced all of our current culture, but also how he changed one of our lives!

    55 min
  3. Pump Up the Volume

    07/11/2022

    Pump Up the Volume

    Join the Barnes Boys as we continue with the long awaited part 2 of Season 2 with Pump Up the Volume.Our deep dive covers California trees, radio broadcast regulations, smoking, loneliness, and a bit of teen suicide.Jump in with us and enjoy the show!

    58 min
  4. Airplane

    09/06/2021

    Airplane

    This week the Barnes Boys look at the 1980's classic Airplane!Starring: Robert Hays, Julie Hagert, and Leslie Nielsen and directed by: Jim Abrahams, David Zucker, and Jerry Zucker This week we break down the movie and dive into topics such as working conditions, religious groups in airports, airline greediness, the unrealistic beliefs of dog owners, the reason behind mental health's negative stigma, the disillusionment of "western" missionaries, and the beginning of post-credits scenes!

    1h 1m
  5. Clerks

    08/30/2021

    Clerks

    This week we take a look at Clerks, the movie that began it all for Kevin Smith.  This is one of Ryan's favourites, and this will be Anakin's first Kevin Smith film!  Have a listen as we talk about Clerks, high level writing, the 90's, customer service, hard work, and theatre tech! Get some fun gear and support our show here!Check out Jay and Silent Bob Get Old podcast here

    55 min
  6. Jaws

    08/16/2021

    Jaws

    This week, the Barnes Boys takes it to the next level with our first guest, adding another generation of Barnes while we look at the 1975 movie Jaws.  With all three generations we cover what it was like for Larry to see it in the movie theatre for its initial release, Ryan watching on VHS for the first time as a small child, and Anakin watching on DVD the first time as a kid!  We also cover great topics such as pruning fingers, compare the surfing of the Pacific vs the Atlantic oceans, Knotts Scary Farm, the difficulties of filming in the water, and the genius of Steven Spielberg! Our new Barnes Boys AirPods caseRead about the USS Indianapolis hereAn AMAZING creative John Williams medly

    1h 34m
  7. Borat

    08/09/2021

    Borat

    Join the Barnes Boys on the road while we talk about the movie Borat, Jim Carey becoming Andy Kaufman, the mighty return of Fanny Packs, handing down 1st World Technology to Soviet countries, treating others equally for good or ill, multi-layered humour, Ryan’s breast-feeding date, the reason sales people have a bad reputation, President Bush’s popularity, the misconception of purchasing guns in America, growing up in a Pentecostal church, violation of privacy, and a good discussion about what kind of jokes should be ok. Do you have any thoughts or memories about Borat, or discussion, or our podcast in general?  Reach out to us and let us know at www.barnesboys.ca LINKS Pick up a Barnes Boys fanny pack here: https://barnesboys.ca/fanny-pack/See The Government Inspector teaser video: https://vimeo.com/72920739Read all about Leap of Faith: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leap_of_Faith_(film)

    1h 12m
  8. Fight Club part 2

    08/02/2021

    Fight Club part 2

    Join us this week as we finish up the 2-part season premiere of The Barnes Boys Podcast!  This extra long show focuses on the 1999 hit Fight Club, starring Edward Norton, Brad Pitt, Helena Bonham Carter, directed by David Fincher.Listen in as we talk about Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince, how we love Leonardo DiCaprio, CGI over the years, the history of Meatloaf, the incredibly long prolong of Gone With the Wind, why it’s important to buy sturdy luggage, *69, and support groups. LINKS Check out the Marla Singer photoshoot Ryan did a few years agoListen to the Jewel song Pieces of You mentioned in the podcastBe sure to check out Anakin's other podcast, Watch Now, Talk Later (WNTL)

    1 hr
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About

A father and son, both movie lovers, watch and discuss movies from the distinct perspectives their two generations and the environment they grew up in has given them.

Information

  • Creator
    Ryan Barnes
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2022
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ryan Barnes
  • Show Website
    Barnes Boys