Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Gleaming The Tube

1990's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (based on the independent comic book series) was the most successful independent film of all time when it was released. A bonkers hodge-podge of pizza, ninjutsu, toxic waste, and skateboarding men in giant rubber turtle suits. Kevin and Mike discuss the history of the franchise and dive into their first live-action big-screen adventure. Discussed: pizza snobs, Robbie Rist, the obscure college radio show "Moshing with a Meatball", Gang Green, and the stuntwork of skateboarder Reggie Barnes. Also: Stay after the closing music to hear Mike's thoughts on a recent viral video of Werner Herzog's reactions to skateboarding. Turtle power!

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