Cookin With Gas

Jared
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Hot Takes and Fresh Insight On Sports, Entertainment and MORE! 

  1. 6d ago

    Movie Review OVERLOAD!

    Send us Fan Mail A $750K movie is out-earning franchise horror, a brutal new action film is making audiences gasp, and He-Man just delivered one of the most fun fantasy swings in years. That’s the kind of movie season we’re living in, and I’m here for all of it. I start with a big life update: I’m officially working with Detroit’s Woodward Sports Network, and we’re launching a new channel called Woodward Cinema. The goal is simple: high-energy movie reviews, entertainment news, interviews, and on-the-ground coverage that treats film fans like film fans. I also explain how my podcast and Woodward Cinema can grow together, because the best part of this hobby is sharing the experience with people who actually care. From there, I hit the headlines and the grades. Obsession keeps climbing toward legendary box office territory, and I break down why word of mouth can beat marketing budgets. I review Backrooms (jaw-dropping visuals, uneven pacing), Passenger (great setup, frustratingly dumb character writing), and Tuner (a limited-release adult thriller that deserves a bigger audience). I also rave about The Furious, a fight-choreography monster with Raid-level intensity, and I’m still annoyed it’s getting shoved into a crowded release weekend. To close it out, I go scorched-earth on Scary Movie 6, then I pivot to the heart: Power Ballad surprised me with real warmth, strong performances from Paul Rudd and Nick Jonas, and a music-industry credit battle that hits hard. And yes, Masters Of The Universe absolutely rules: great casting, huge action, and the kind of theater crowd energy that reminds me why I keep buying tickets. If you enjoy the show, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a quick review.

    1h 15m

  2. May 19

    Obsession Movie Review & A One Wish Willow Prop Giveaway!

    Send us Fan Mail Obsession didn’t just live up to the hype, it made me wonder how so many bigger movies keep missing what’s right in front of them. I’m giving a spoiler free movie review that gets into what makes this original thriller horror hit feel so addictive. A simple hook that keeps building, a tone that can make you laugh one minute and feel genuinely sick the next, and a performance from that plays like a career launch. Then we get into the part I can’t stop thinking about: The film marketing. Obsession’s team didn’t just run trailers, they ran an experience. From social media saturation to the “text Nikki” phone number powered by an AI chatbot, the promotion makes you feel like the movie is reaching back at you. I break down why interactive campaigns like this outperform traditional ads, especially when studios are competing for attention across X, Instagram, and everything else.  Finally, I’m doing a listener giveaway of the sold-out One Wish Willow movie prop, because it’s too cool to sit on my shelf. I explain exactly how to enter, why scalpers are killing the fun, and when I’ll announce the winner. Listen, share this with a movie friend, and if you’ve seen Obsession, message me your take and who you think the real villain is. If you’re enjoying Cookin’ With Gas, subscribe and leave a quick review so more film fans can find us.

    24 min

  3. May 15

    PARENTAL ADVISORY: The Hard Truth About Sports, Movie Hype, And A Surprise Giveaway

    Send us Fan Mail No edits, no cleanup, and no patience left for the usual excuses. I’m recording late after a chaotic day, getting the yard and pool back from swamp status and squeezing in a fast, unfiltered drop before family comes into town. That frantic energy sets the tone: you’re getting the real version because I’d rather be honest than polished. I hit sports first, starting with the Detroit Pistons and the emotional whiplash of playoff basketball. Yes, the officiating is frustrating, but I make the case that Detroit fans need to stop treating the refs like the whole story. “Detroit vs everybody” only matters if we play smarter, protect the ball, and stop melting down in critical moments. I also zoom out into a bigger sports officiating rant across the NFL, MLB, and why the NHL is the rare league where the rules feel clearer and games are less likely to hinge on one phantom call. Then I move to the Detroit Tigers, where the pain is real, the injuries are piling up, and the most practical advice might be to save your time until the roster is healthy. After that, it’s all about my most anticipated horror movie of the year. Rotten Tomatoes scores, early audience reactions, why I trust regular people’s reviews more than critic poetry, and why this one feels like a must-see in a movie theater. I’m also teasing a giveaway tied to a movie prop, so keep your eyes on my socials. If you like quick rants, Detroit sports talk, movie hype, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review. Are you blaming the refs, blaming execution, or already buying your ticket to a good film?

    19 min

  4. May 7

    Jeeps With Ducks & Not Giving a Fu*k

    Send us Fan Mail Rubber ducks on Jeeps used to be a harmless little surprise. Now it’s a full-blown social ritual and I can’t stop staring at dashboards packed with plastic like they’re merit badges. I break down what “Jeep ducking” actually is. Then I pivot hard into sports and the business side of fandom. Detroit just landed a PWHL team, and as a hockey lifer I’ve got mixed feelings: I want the game to grow, but I also want people to be honest about viewership and what it takes for a professional women’s hockey league to be financially sustainable. That leads into a blunt look at sports league profitability, including the WNBA money conversation, subsidies, and why “deserves” doesn’t automatically turn into revenue. I also pull the lens wider and what happens when cities build big projects for teams that most people can’t name. To wrap it up, I hit the current state of Detroit pro teams, give credit where it’s due, and finish with a stacked month of theater plans and upcoming movies. If you like sharp takes with real numbers and a little chaos, subscribe, share the show with a friend, and leave a review. What trend or sports take do you want me to cook next?

    28 min

  5. May 1

    The King of Pop Cooks: A Michael Movie Review

    Send us Fan Mail You can tell within minutes whether Michael is your kind of biopic. It doesn’t show up to watch a legend collapse, it shows up to remind you why arenas shook when he hit the stage. I walked in hoping for a movie that honors the early rise, the unstoppable run, and the craft behind the spectacle, and I walked out giving it an A+. I break down what works and why, starting with the biggest reason the film feels “real” on a big screen.The concert energy. The performance sequences are shot like you’re sitting front row, and the sound and camera movement make it feel less like a checklist of facts and more like being inside the moment. I also talk about how the story frames Michael Jackson’s creative process, letting you watch ideas take shape behind projects like Thriller, Bad, and Billie Jean, which is a rare gift for any music biopic. Then we get into the hot-button debate. Some critics call the movie sanitized, but I argue that a two-hour film has to choose a focus, and this one chooses celebration over takedown. I also explain why the ending feels abrupt, why that can be both frustrating and effective, and why a sequel is the right place to explore the darker chapters if that’s where the filmmakers go next. Plus, a quick public service announcement about theater etiquette if you’re thinking of bringing the kids. Hit play, then subscribe, share the episode with a friend who loves Michael Jackson or just movies! Leave a review if you’re enjoying the show. After you watch Michael, what grade are you giving it?

    15 min

  6. Apr 17

    Locked Up By Facebook, Freed By Cinema: A Hit List Of May's Most Anticipated Movies

    Send us Fan Mail Facebook jail is real, and I’m living in it for a month because of one meme in a comment section. I’m not whining about a post getting removed, I’m talking about what it does to a creator when your reach gets throttled, your promos get second-guessed, and the rules feel inconsistent compared to the truly harmful stuff that spreads every day on social media. After I get that off my chest, I pivot to what I love most: movies and the theater. I break down why the Michael Jackson biopic Michael has “prints money” energy, why it’s built to drag casual moviegoers back into seats, and why it could light up streaming charts with MJ’s catalog all over again. I also clear up confusion around Lee Cronin’s The Mummy so nobody walks in expecting a Brendan Fraser sequel, and I share why the movie theater still feels like church to me, even when someone decides to unwrap Sour Patch Kids during the quietest scene. Then we run through my most anticipated Spring releases with a focus on big fun and original stories. If you’re building your own May movie calendar, I’ve got dates and what I’m personally buying tickets for. Listen now, share this with a friend who still goes to theaters, and leave a review if you want more movie breakdowns like this.

    48 min

  7. Apr 9

    A Tight Grip On Winning: Championships, Coaching Excellence, And Sports Dominance

    Send us Fan Mail Michigan just won the national championship and I can’t stop thinking about the most telling moment of the whole run: Dusty May gets the trophy, the nets are coming down, and he’s already talking about Detroit hosting the Final Four next year and getting back. That’s the mindset that changes a program fast, and it’s why Michigan basketball looks built for this new era of college hoops. I dig into the stuff fans argue about nonstop: NIL, the transfer portal, and the tired “they bought the roster” narrative. Yes, money is in the game, but so is evaluation, development, and fit. I break down what Michigan’s roster really looks like, why these weren’t just plug-and-play superstars, and how Dusty May turns transfers and question marks into an unselfish team that makes the right read over and over. If you care about modern college basketball recruiting, coaching strategy, and what wins in March AND April now, this is the real conversation. Then we get into the championship game itself: How Michigan beat UConn at UConn’s own game, why the scoring total doesn’t tell the story, and what the free throw complaints miss when you look at foul rates and style of play. I also touch the elephant in the room: When a coach is this good in today’s landscape, the NBA always comes calling, so what does “the future” even mean anymore? And because Michigan can’t just have a normal week, I close with a Michigan Hockey Frozen Four preview against Denver in Las Vegas and the very real chance to stack championships in the same week. If you’re fired up, do me a favor: Subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review. What’s your hottest take on Dusty May, NIL, and where Michigan goes from here?

    26 min

  8. Mar 26

    Tip Culture Anxiety, Project Hail Mary: Movie Review, And Sweet 16 Madness

    Send us Fan Mail Every checkout screen has the question: “Add a tip?” And somehow it shows up everywhere, even when you did all the work yourself. We get into why tipping culture feels so out of control right now, how guilt got baked into the point-of-sale experience, and why I’ve gotten a lot better at hitting “no tip” without apologizing. I also talk through where I still tip generously, because there are absolutely jobs where gratuity is earned and genuinely matters.  Then we switch gears into entertainment with a full review of Project Hail Mary. If you’re searching for a hopeful sci-fi movie with huge visuals, real emotion, and a lead performance that holds the whole ride together, Ryan Gosling brings it. I break down what works, why the theater experience changes the impact, and why this one deserves the biggest screen you can find. We also hit a great perspective on why it’s on filmmakers to create movies that actually pull people out of their homes.  Finally, we ride the March Madness wave with Michigan and Michigan State heading into the Sweet 16, quick matchup thoughts, spreads, and my picks from the Sweet 16 through the Elite Eight and Final Four. I’m also heading to Las Vegas for the tournament, so expect the sports chaos and the vacation stories to match the energy. If you enjoy sharp takes on tipping, movies, and college basketball, subscribe, share the show, and leave a review so more people can find Cookin’ With Gas.

    47 min
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Hot Takes and Fresh Insight On Sports, Entertainment and MORE! 

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  • Creator
    Jared
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Cookin With Gas
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