Our Hero De Niro

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Join Mike and Mike (no relation) as they embark on a cinematic adventure through Robert De Niro's legendary—and occasionally questionable—filmography, one randomly selected movie at a time. From iconic classics to 'What were they thinking?' moments, each episode is packed with recaps, lively discussions, and fresh takes on the works of one of cinema's greatest actors.

  1. 3D AGO

    De Niro on Saturday Night Live [60th Episode Spectacular]

    This week, the Mikes celebrate their 60th episode by diving into De Niro's three turns as Saturday Night Live host. We break down De Niro's evolving approach to sketch comedy, the highs and lows of his monologues, and what happens when a legendary dramatic actor steps into the chaos of live TV. Plus: a nostalgic look back at the 2000s, more lore about the Mikes, and a spirited debate about the best (and most awkward) sketches across the years.   Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com.   Next week: The War with Grandpa

    1h 31m

  2. FEB 17

    Heat (1995)

    This week, the Mikes dig into Heat, Michael Mann's legendary crime epic about obsession, professionalism, and the thin line between cop and criminal. We break down De Niro's icy cool, Pacino's volcanic energy, and the iconic heist sequence that changed action movies forever. Plus: the film's electric LA atmosphere, why every supporting character feels essential, and and the secret art of never getting attached to anything you can't walk out on in thirty seconds flat.   Wikipedia page for Heat.   Films recommended this episode:   Alien 3 (Assembly Cut) Manhunter   Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com.   Next week: 60th Episode Spectacular   Supplemental links: L.A. Takedown on Youtube Heat 2

    1h 41m

  3. FEB 10

    Hide and Seek (2005)

    This week, the Mikes dig into Hide and Seek, a 2005 psychological thriller with De Niro as a therapist dad who moves upstate with his daughter, only to get lost in a parade of creepy neighbors, endless red herrings, and Dakota Fanning's unsettling imaginary friend. We break down the film's weird small-town energy, De Niro's unusually sleepy performance, and why every supporting character seems suspicious for no reason. Plus: therapist mansion economics, a heated bath vs. shower debate, and why even a solid twist can't save a movie where so little actually happens.   Wikipedia page for Hide and Seek.   Films recommended this episode:   Cure The Weather Man   Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com.   Next week: Heat   Supplemental link: Sir Wallace sitting on MikeBackAtYou

    58 min

  4. FEB 3

    Ronin (1998)

    The Mikes tackle Ronin, John Frankenheimer's slick Euro-thriller about mercenaries, double-crosses, and the ultimate briefcase MacGuffin. We get into De Niro's icy calm, the pulse-pounding car chases, and what makes this one of the tightest action films of the '90s. Plus: international intrigue, the art of the ambiguous ending, and why Sean Bean should never be trusted with a mission.   Wikipedia page for Ronin.   Films recommended this episode:   The Day of the Jackal Baby Driver   Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com.   Next week: Hide and Seek   Supplemental link: Quirk Chungus

    1h 46m

  5. JAN 27

    A Bronx Tale (1993)

    This week, the Mikes head to the Bronx for De Niro's directorial debut—a coming-of-age tale about loyalty, family, and the tough choices that shape a young man's life. We break down Chazz Palminteri's scene-stealing turn as Sonny, De Niro's restrained performance as Lorenzo, and how the film balances neighborhood grit with nostalgia. Plus: father-son dynamics, the art of the door test, and the enduring question—should you trust the wiseguys at your corner bar?   Wikipedia page for A Bronx Tale.   Films recommended this episode: Do The Right Thing The Sopranos (pilot episode)   Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com.   Next week: Ronin

    1h 35m
  6. All Mike'd Up – Pizza Takes

    JAN 23

    All Mike'd Up – Pizza Takes

    This week on All Mike'd Up, the Mikes are joined by friend of the pod Philip (a.k.a. "Lips") for a chaotic new segment—Pizza Takes. What started as a throwaway bit about controversial pizza opinions spirals into an all-out debate over whether "all pizza is the same," the ethics of pink sauce, and the fine art of choosing the right size pie. We break down Philip's notorious take, argue about toppings, and end up with free pizza thanks to a classic podcast bickering session. Email us your own pizza opinions at ourherodeniro@gmail.com and help settle the score.

    20 min

  7. JAN 20

    Analyze This (1999), with Philip (a.k.a. "Lips")

    This week, the Mikes are joined by their friend (and real-life therapist) Philip, aka "Lips," for a spirited dive into Analyze This, Harold Ramis's oddball 1999 mob comedy. We break down De Niro's sendup of his tough-guy persona, Billy Crystal's exasperated straight man, and why this mafia-meets-therapy premise feels both inspired and a little uneven. Plus: the real-life therapist verdict on cinematic therapy,  boner talk, and omertà versus HIPAA.   Wikipedia page for Analyze This.   Films recommended this episode: The Ice Harvest National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Mary Poppins   Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com.   Next week: A Bronx Tale

    1h 18m

  8. JAN 13

    City by the Sea (2002)

    This week, the Mikes dive into City by the Sea, a somber crime drama that finds De Niro playing a haunted detective wrestling with the sins of both his past and his present. We unpack the film's gritty Long Beach setting, its exploration of fractured father-son relationships, and De Niro's layered performance as a man caught between duty and regret. Along the way, we debate the film's true-crime roots, discuss why the third act goes full melodrama, and wonder if this forgotten early-2000s thriller deserves a second look. Plus: discussions about cancel culture, child abandonment, and local malls.   Wikipedia page for City by the Sea.   Films recommended this episode: Blue Ruin Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri   Follow Mike and Mike on Letterboxd @mikebackatyou and @mikethefab and email them at ourherodeniro@gmail.com.   Next week: Analyze This   Supplemental link: The Mall at Greece Ridge Mikethefab after being hit by a football

    1h 47m
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Join Mike and Mike (no relation) as they embark on a cinematic adventure through Robert De Niro's legendary—and occasionally questionable—filmography, one randomly selected movie at a time. From iconic classics to 'What were they thinking?' moments, each episode is packed with recaps, lively discussions, and fresh takes on the works of one of cinema's greatest actors.

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  • Creator
    Mike and Mike (No Relation)
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025
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    Our Hero De Niro