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Beyond the Big Screen is a podcast about the true story behind the movies you love. We will talk about history, philosophy, religion, art, sports, literature and much more. Movies and media only tell you a small part of the story. In this podcast we will look into a wide variety of topics on the big screen and beyond!

Beyond the Big Screen Stephen Guerra

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.6 • 36 Ratings

Beyond the Big Screen is a podcast about the true story behind the movies you love. We will talk about history, philosophy, religion, art, sports, literature and much more. Movies and media only tell you a small part of the story. In this podcast we will look into a wide variety of topics on the big screen and beyond!

    Darryl Cooper on Despair and Nihilism

    Darryl Cooper on Despair and Nihilism

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    • 3 min
    Erin Go Bragh and the San Patricio Battalion

    Erin Go Bragh and the San Patricio Battalion

    Today, Steve is joined by frequent guest Jacob Herr to talk about the history, background and context of a group of most Irish, but also other nationality Catholics who deserted the United States Army the Army of Mexico right before and during the Mexican American War. This unit, called the San Patricio Battalion fought bravely during many of the pivotal battles of the war. Learn their fate after this controversial conflict. Enjoy this incredible story on St. Patrick’s Day or any other day of the year!

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    Jacob Herr, actor and historian
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    • 54 min
    One Man’s Hero is Another Man’s Traitor

    One Man’s Hero is Another Man’s Traitor

    Today, Steve and Jacob Herr try to find something to like about the 1999 film, One Man’s Hero. This film tries to tell the story of the San Patricio Battalion. Does it succeed or is it a nightmare of history in film?

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    • 38 min
    The Beginning of a Dark Ending : Unpacking True Detective Season 1 Episode 8

    The Beginning of a Dark Ending : Unpacking True Detective Season 1 Episode 8

    Transcript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/msjOz9bS33C

    Dive into the dark depths of True Detective Season 1 with our special guest Darryl Cooper from the Martyr Made Podcast! In Part 1 of our two-part discussion, we dissect Episode 8, unraveling its enigmatic layers. Don't miss out on this gripping exploration! #TrueDetective #Podcast #MartyrMade #TVSeries #Discussion

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    • 1 hr 21 min
    Coming Soon - A Beautiful Defense Mechanism

    Coming Soon - A Beautiful Defense Mechanism

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    • 3 min
    Shades of Past and Thrilling Twists: Unpacking True Detective Season 1 Episodes 6 & 7

    Shades of Past and Thrilling Twists: Unpacking True Detective Season 1 Episodes 6 & 7

    Transcript URL: https://share.descript.com/view/VSZ8LMhZqtv

    Dive into the darkness with us as we dissect episodes 6 and 7 of True Detective Season 1! From unraveling mysteries to confronting demons, it's a rollercoaster ride of emotions. Tensions rise as Rust and Marty inch closer to the truth, while episode 7 delves deeper into the murky pasts of our protagonists, revealing shocking revelations. Don't miss Mustache Chris and Frank’s breakdown of the mind-bending plot twists, intense character dynamics, and the chilling atmosphere that makes True Detective a gripping masterpiece. #TrueDetective #Podcast #CrimeDrama #Recap #HBO #Season1

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    • 1 hr 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.6 out of 5
36 Ratings

36 Ratings

Irish gal 333 ,

A great podcast

Steve tells the story behind some of the greatest movies and fills in a lot of background on the movie ,actors and directors.
Sean Yonkers New York

PTF off ,

Too much whining, not enough talk about movies.

My entry to this podcast was the round table episode about historical figures who deserve to have movies made about them, and the opening speaker rambled on to complain about current controversies in the US, pronouns, and political correctness. Maybe it’s not a good episode to start with, but if they’re going to spend every third sentence complaining, as the first 10 minutes of this episode did, then the podcast is not for me and I rate it 1 star.

Ty26367 ,

Laughable

Everyone on this podcast seems to think they can do everything better. There's a reason they're reviewing massively successful works. Lost me with The Da Vinci code.

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