Hix Nix Stix Pix - A Podcast About Robb's Movies

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Hix Nix Stix Pix is where movie obsession meets fresh confusion. Every week, Robb Spewak dusts off a beloved classic from his collection and makes Josh Sroka watch it—usually for the very first time. Robb brings the nostalgia, Josh brings the "wait… what just happened?" Together, they argue, laugh, and maybe even agree on why these movies matter (or don't).

  1. 1H AGO

    Ghostbusters II

    This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we fire up the positively charged pink slime and take a deep dive into Ghostbusters II—the sequel that split fans but somehow marched straight into pop-culture immortality. Why does this movie feel so different from the original? How much did The Real Ghostbusters cartoon influence the tone, humor, and slime-to-screen ratio? Was Vigo the Carpathian an all-time creepy villain trapped in the wrong movie? And yes… we finally ask the question movies don't want you thinking about: how did the Statue of Liberty get back to Liberty Island? We break down what people love, what people hate, the unforgettable highlight scenes (courtroom chaos, bathtub terror, and Lady Liberty getting her groove on), Winston's quiet five-year grind between busting gigs, and why "Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher and Higher" wasn't just a song choice—it was the entire thesis of the finale. Is Ghostbusters II an underrated comfort sequel, a live-action cartoon episode, or proof that sequels play it safe? Grab your mood slime, keep it positive, and join us as we find out.

    1 hr
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  3. The Maltese Falcon (1941)

    6D AGO

    The Maltese Falcon (1941)

    This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, we step into the shadowy world of The Maltese Falcon, the movie that basically invented film noir. Humphrey Bogart's Sam Spade lies, bluffs, and outsmarts his way through a web of double-crosses, murder, and obsession — all over a bird that may not even be real. Put on your fedora, pour a stiff drink, and remember — it's the stuff that dreams are made of.

    1h 1m
  4. Trading Places

    12/31/2025

    Trading Places

    This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Robb and Josh dive into the sharp, loud, and unapologetically 80s comedy Trading Places. What starts as a one-dollar bet between two cold-blooded millionaires turns into one of the most biting class-swap comedies ever made—and maybe one of the darkest comedies disguised as a crowd-pleaser.

    49 min
  5. Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

    12/24/2025

    Miracle on 34th Street (1947)

    Is Santa Claus real… and can you prove it in a court of law? This week, Josh and Robb revisit Miracle on 34th Street and dig into why this quiet, smart Christmas classic has endured for generations. They break down what people love — Edmund Gwenn's iconic Kris Kringle, the real Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and one of the boldest courtroom climaxes in holiday movie history — and what doesn't always work for modern audiences, including the slow burn, the loose legal logic, and Susan's famously restrained reactions. Along the way, they talk department store politics (Macy's vs. Gimbels), why Susan calls Fred "Uncle" to shut down a moment, how belief is portrayed without being overly sentimental, and whether this is really a kids' movie at all. It's a Christmas film that argues belief is a choice — and somehow makes you root for Santa to win… legally.

    1h 2m
  6. The Muppet Christmas Carol

    12/16/2025

    The Muppet Christmas Carol

    This week on Hix Nix Stix Pix, Robb and Josh unwrap one of the most beloved Christmas movies of all time: The Muppet Christmas Carol. They dive into why Michael Caine's straight-faced, Oscar-worthy performance as Ebenezer Scrooge is the secret sauce that makes this film work, how the Muppets somehow deliver the most faithful adaptation of Dickens ever put on screen, and which songs still hit just as hard decades later. From Gonzo's narration to the surprisingly terrifying Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, the guys break down why this movie isn't just a kids' film—it's a holiday classic that gets better every year. Grab some cocoa, light the tree, and join Hix Nix Stix Pix for a joyful, heartfelt, and very Muppet-y look at The Muppet Christmas Carol. 🎄🐸

    50 min
  7. Holiday Inn (1942)

    12/02/2025

    Holiday Inn (1942)

    This week, Robb and Josh are checking into Holiday Inn, the musical classic that gave the world "White Christmas," enough Irving Berlin bangers to fill a jukebox, and Fred Astaire literally dancing with explosives. The guys break down the holidays featured in the film (including a few that somehow didn't make the federal cut in 1942), dig into the charm of Bing Crosby and Astaire at their peak, and take a candid look at the moments that haven't aged quite so gracefully. From firecracker choreography to old-school Hollywood romance, it's a festive deep dive into one of cinema's most iconic musicals—complete with the usual Robb & Josh banter, surprises, and questionable life advice. Check in, hang your coat, and join us at the Inn

    52 min
  8. Planes, Trains and Automobiles

    11/28/2025

    Planes, Trains and Automobiles

    This week, Josh and Robb take a bumpy ride through one of the greatest holiday comedies ever made: Planes, Trains & Automobiles. From frozen runways to flaming rental cars, we break down every disastrous mile of Neal and Del's unforgettable journey home for Thanksgiving. We dive into: ✈️ The travel nightmares that feel way too real 😂 Why Steve Martin's F-bomb rant is a Hall of Fame meltdown 🔥 John Candy's chaotic charm and the case of the "borrowed" rental car 🏨 THAT bed scene ("Those aren't pillows!") 😢 And how a comedy somehow sticks the emotional landing perfectly It's heart. It's chaos. It's polyester. And it's a holiday classic that only gets better with age. Grab your pillow—your actual pillow—and join us for the ride.

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Hix Nix Stix Pix is where movie obsession meets fresh confusion. Every week, Robb Spewak dusts off a beloved classic from his collection and makes Josh Sroka watch it—usually for the very first time. Robb brings the nostalgia, Josh brings the "wait… what just happened?" Together, they argue, laugh, and maybe even agree on why these movies matter (or don't).

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