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Cape Fear Chronicles: 1962

Welcome to Cape Fear Chronicles on the Needless Things Podcast! In the coming months we'll be revisiting the various iterations of Cape Fear, as well as some of its impact on pop culture, as well as a full review of the new Apple TV miniseries. In 1962 theatrical audiences were hit with a tour-de-force adaptation of John D. MacDonald's novel The Executioners. Starring Gregory Peck, Polly Bergen, and a diabolical Robert Mitchum, the film presented a human incarnation of the devil known as Max Cady. While the film underperformed, its legacy is undeniable; having spawned two remakes - a film and a miniseries - and numerous pop culture homages and references. Listen in as Dave and Mike Gordon discuss this landmark film and its impact! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

1h 51m
Jun 7

Masters of the Universe (2026) Movie Review

Mr. Beau Brown and Kristian from Audible Interlude join Dave to review the new blockbuster live action Masters of the Universe! The film is a live-action adventure movie based on Mattel’s classic 80’s toy brand. Masters of the Universe stars Nicholas Galitzine, Camila Mendes, Alison Brie, James Purefoy, Morena Baccarin, Jóhannes Haukur Jóhannesson, Charlotte Riley, featuring Kristen Wiig as the voice of “Roboto” with Jared Leto and Idris Elba. In Masters of the Universe, Director Travis Knight brings the legendary franchise back to the big screen in this epic live-action adventure. After being separated for 15 years, the Sword of Power leads Prince Adam (Nicholas Galitzine) back to Eternia where he discovers his home shattered under the fiendish rule of Skeletor (Jared Leto). To save his family and his world, Adam must join forces with his closest allies, Teela (Camila Mendes) and Duncan/Man-At-Arms (Idris Elba), and embrace his true destiny as He-Man — the most powerful man in the universe. The screenplay is by Chris Butler and Aaron Nee & Adam Nee & Dave Callaham. The story is by Aaron Nee & Adam Nee and Alex Litvak & Michael Finch. Based on Masters of the Universe by Mattel. It is produced by Todd Black, Jason Blumenthal, Robbie Brenner, and DeVon Franklin. Ynon Kreiz, Bill Bannerman, and David Bloomfield serve as executive producers. "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

2h 24m
May 31

The Mandalorian and Grogu - Where Are the Toys?!?

In this episode Dave talks to Head of Research and Execute Chapter 66 host Ryan Schweck about how Star Wars movie tie-in launches just aren't what they used to be! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

1h 24m
May 24

Dave in Walt Disney World Part 1

Check in with Dave after his first day in the Disney World parks after ten years away! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

1h 24m
May 17

Brandon Barker - Man or Monster? Studios

Brandon Barker is an independent artist who has been creating art and action figures for well over a decade. His Man or Monster? Studios produces a wide array of toys in the Glyos compatible category. Listen in as Dave and Brandon talk Masters of the Universe, art, and toys! Warlords of Wor on Instagram "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

1h 33m
Apr 26

The State of Star Trek with Mike Gordon

In this episode Dave talks to Mike Gordon about the not-very-good third season of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, but it turns into a discussion of the overall not-very-goodness of modern Star Trek. "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

2h 29m
Mar 29

Toys, Movies, & Music

WHAT A WEEKEND! In this episode Dave talks about Toylanta, an amazing live music experience from Die Spitz, the new movie Project Hail Mary and more! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

52 min
Mar 15

The 2026 Academy Awards Special!

In this episode Dave talks to Nicole Ghouled-Cadaver and Ryan Cadaver about the nominees for the 2026 Oscars! Have they seen all of the movies? NOPE. Do they have opinions anyway? YEP. "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

1h 3m

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