The Countdown

Episode 92: The Top 10 Films of 2016 (w/ John Rocha)

Happy New Year Countdowners! To mark the latest complete orbit of our planet around the sun, the boys this week lured podcaster extraordinaire, talented voice over artist and actor, John Rocha, out of hiatus from the Top 10 show, to assist in ranking this year's best 10 films. John brings a certain level of class and depth to the show which the Countdown sorely needs - as evidenced by the typical crass and disrespectful attitude Wayne and Paul adopt toward each other as they battle for the win in the final segment of Tag Lines for this season. Then there's the usual Recount, listener nominations for the top films of the year and a brief tribute to the late, great Carrie Fisher. It is most certainly the biggest episode of the Countdown yet, so please thank John for coming on board by following him on Twitter @TheRochaSays, listening to The Cine-Files @ http://thecine-files.podomatic.com/ or chasing up Super Animation Gametime @ http://geekandsundry.com/ #PodernFamily promos played this week are for The Something Something Cast @STSTCast, those lovable downtrodden critics, Dan and Caleb of Netflix N Swill @netflixnswill, and our US brothers, the Epic Film Guys who continue to kick all kinds of ass @EpicFilmGuys! If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-films-of-2016/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/

Episode 91: The 10 Worst Films of 2016

The Countdown's yearly Public Service Announcement is here! Did you go to the movies this year and see a total bag of a$$holes on the big screen? Or perhaps you stayed home a lot, because you were afraid of all the on-screen anus. Well, The Countdown is here to save your catch-up viewing. Tune in to hear the fellers count down the ten WORST movies released in 2016. Save time and money this holiday season by learning which movies NOT to see while hearing snide, body-part themed remarks from two grown men who are still smarting from all the pain they have suffered through for the show. And as if that wasn't enough, the guys also recast a modern day re-make of Star Wars, as well as compete in the penultimate Tag Lines segment for the year. All this and more as The Countdown continues... #PodernFamily promos played this week are for the knowledgeable Geek Yogurt Podcast @YogurtPodcast, those salty British gents (who are now TV famous), the Masterdebaters @_masterdebaters, and our US brothers, the Epic Film Guys who continue to kick all kinds of ass @EpicFilmGuys! If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/worst-10-films-of-2016/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/

Episode 90: Top 10 Space Films / Rogue One (w/ Alejandro)

This week, the fellers are lookin' for love in Alderaan places, as they review ROGUE ONE! Joined by Star Wars expert Alejandro, (or as he's otherwise known, Rogue Juan), the boys give an initial spoilerless review before getting into the nitty gritty with a SPOILER-FILLED (21:09 - 47:20) and spirited blaster fight on the movie! Then the fellers count down their top ten space films, with Paul getting all lawyer-y on what constitutes a space movie, while Wayne tells him to C3PO. #PodernFamily promos played this week are for the All Around Music podcast @allampodcast and Shane and Kenny on the Now That I'm Older podcast @ImOlderPC And there's also a promo for our US brothers, the Epic Film Guys who continue to kick all kinds of ass @EpicFilmGuys! If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-space-movies/ Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/ and Ale's lists at http://letterboxd.com/beardedmatador/list/top-10-space-films/

Episode 89: Top 10 Feel Good Films (w/ Janelle)

Having overloaded on testosterone, the boys this week invite back guest host of the Top 10 Chick Flicks episode, Janelle, to assist them in another slightly less manly topic: the Top 10 Feel Good Films. Janelle does her level best to bring some order to the bickering between Paul and Wayne, but alas, Paul had to make a questionable (read: controversial) choice, and from that point, Wayne is on the war path (read: relieved he’s not in the firing line for a change). There’s also the usual listener feedback on the topic, the Recount segment with Wayne still copping heat for some recent decisions, and some major news about some upcoming releases in Check It Out. Big thanks to everyone who reviewed the show over the last week, as at the time of recording, only one more review was required to get Wayne to finally watch The Godfather. The great news is since recording that review was submitted, so keep them coming as now Wayne is only two from also watching The Godfather Part 2, and five more from having to round out the series with The Godfather Part 3. You can find the show on iTunes @ https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/countdown-movie-tv-reviews/id979577413?mt=2 #PodernFamily promos played this week are for Emily and her informative podcast, The Story Behind @StoryBehindPod, and the Go Watch a Movie podcast @Gowatchamovie And there's also a promo for our US brothers, the Epic Film Guys, who continue to kick all kinds of ass, so check them out at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/epic-film-guys-podcast/id1027239734?mt=2 If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com And while you’re busy interacting with the guys, why not grab yourself a Countdown Tee for Christmas to wow your family and friends! Check out the range at http://www.redbubble.com/people/waynetangclan/works/22893367-the-countdown-movie-and-tv-reviews-podcast?grid_pos=2&p=t-shirtand-tv-reviews-podcast?p=t-shirt&style=womens&body_color=black&print_location=front If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-feel-good-films/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/

Episode 88: Top 10 Fantasy Films / Underworld: Blood Wars / Allied

This week crack out your wands, sharpen those double-handed broadswords, and get ready to ride a dragon or three, because the guys are counting down their best ever fantasy films! With nary an AD&D reference, Paul and Wayne manage to pinpoint a working definition of a fantasy film before launching into their lists - and for a time it looks like all the controversy will be limited to Wayne's #10. But oh no. Wait until you hear what he has in store as his all time favourite fantasy film. And don't forget to let the guys know what you think of his choice... There's also two new release reviews for this week, with the Robert Zemeckis film Allied and the fifth in the Underworld series, Underworld: Blood Wars both being put through their paces. And, well, one of them is bad enough for #Negatron to finally get his own theme (It shouldn't be hard to guess which one!) And finally, as per the discussion in this Episode, leave us a positive rating on iTunes to MAKE WAYNE WATCH THE GODFATHER SERIES! Help Paul right a huge wrong by submitting a rating (and review if you have the time), and once five more have been collected, Wayne has to watch The Godfather. Seven and he's also in for The Godfather 2. Hell, let's get 10 and make him sit through The Godfather 3 as well - that'll learn him! You can find the show on iTunes @ https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/countdown-movie-tv-reviews/id979577413?mt=2 #PodernFamily promos played this week are for Dan and Caleb at the @netflixnswill podcast and for Dan and Kenton at the @media_nerds podcast - which also happened to featur Paul in its latest Ep talking the best Christmas films of all time. Check them out at http://hwcdn.libsyn.com/p/1/b/7/1b75460d7575798d/medianerds_ep155.mp3?c_id=13501517&expiration=1480960685&hwt=dc6721fbac0632d74b98431e54af326d And there's also a promo for our US brothers, the Epic Film Guys, who continue to kick all kinds of ass, so check them out at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/epic-film-guys-podcast/id1027239734?mt=2 If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com And while you’re busy interacting with the guys, why not grab yourself a Countdown Tee for Christmas to wow your family and friends! Check out the range at http://www.redbubble.com/people/waynetangclan/works/22893367-the-countdown-movie-and-tv-reviews-podcast?grid_pos=2&p=t-shirtand-tv-reviews-podcast?p=t-shirt&style=womens&body_color=black&print_location=front If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-fantasy-films/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/

Episode 87: The Best & Worst of TV in 2016

This week – much to Wayne’s delight – the guys get their TV on as they look back at 2016 and count down their favourite FIVE shows of the year. And though there is at least one predictable cross-up, the numero unos may well surprise you … Well, Wayne’s might; Paul, once again, has his finger on the pulse and is maintaining the integrity of the show despite Wayne’s best efforts to destroy it with forgotten shows and late additions. (Editor’s Note: Paul writes these show notes, so take all that with a grain of salt.) Then the boys get savage on some of the poorer series to have disgraced their screens, with Paul, in particular paying out on two shows for wasting so much of his time through the course of the year. There’s also news shared during the Check It Out segment and a boatload of listener feedback regarding recent controversies and the best of TV in 2016. The guys need YOUR help. Please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing the show on iTunes @ https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/countdown-movie-tv-reviews/id979577413?mt=2 #PodernFamily promos played this week are for bite-sized antics of The Mike Jolitz show @MikeJolitz and the The Epic Film Guys. Our US brothers continue to kick all kinds of ass, so check them out at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/epic-film-guys-podcast/id1027239734?mt=2 If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com And while you’re busy interacting with the guys, why not grab yourself a Countdown Tee for Christmas to wow your family and friends! Check out the range at http://www.redbubble.com/people/waynetangclan/works/22893367-the-countdown-movie-and-tv-reviews-podcast?grid_pos=2&p=t-shirtand-tv-reviews-podcast?p=t-shirt&style=womens&body_color=black&print_location=front Music/audio clips used without permission and are the property of their respective owners.

Episode 86: Top 10 Dark Comedies

This week, in an episode sans main review, the guys go dark as they Countdown the best films which dare you to laugh despite what is taking place on screen. That's right, it's the Top 10 dark comedies - and though things are largely pleasant and civilised, it wouldn't be a Countdown without Wayne making a controversial call and Paul calling him to task for it. Beyond that, there's the return of the Cool for Cast segment as the boys recast a modern day remake of the 1997 action classic, Con Air. They then also play the latest installment of Tag Lines, and there's a bit more feedback for Wayne in reference to his Top 10 War films list a fortnight back. The guys need YOUR help. Please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing the show on iTunes @ https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/countdown-movie-tv-reviews/id979577413?mt=2 #PodernFamily promos spun this week are for cool Canadian podcast Media Nerds @nerds_podcast and for the show's US brothers, the Epic Film Guys. Check out their podcast and then give the guys some love by rating, subscribing and reviewing them at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/epic-film-guys-podcast/id1027239734?mt=2 If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-dark-comedies/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/ Music/audio clips used without permission and are the property of their respective owners.

Episode 85: Top 10 Last 10 / Arrival (w/ Christian)

Were you left hurting, aggrieved, traumatised or betrayed after hearing Wayne's Top 10 War Films list last week? The boys were concerned that might be the case so they sought to apply a salve to those wounds by opting for a much nicer Episode format this week: namely, the Top 10 Last 10 show, as pioneered by the @cinereelists podcast. And as an added bonus, the boys invited previous guest host, Christian, to return and weigh in with his ranking from worst to best of the last 10 films he has seen. Which means, as an added bonus, you'll get to learn just how many of those films a father of a new baby is able to get through in one sitting... Wayne and Paul also review the new sci-fi drama, Arrival, and opinions (just for a change) differ wildly! While those feeling hurt after last week will get a chance at vengeance with the Recount segment, as Wayne finds himself the target of some very amusing feedback. #PodernFamily promos spun this week are for those salty British guys @_masterdebaters and for the show's US brothers, the Epic Film Guys. Check out their podcast and then give the guys some love by rating, subscribing and reviewing them at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/epic-film-guys-podcast/id1027239734?mt=2 If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-last-10-10/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/ Music/audio clips used without permission and are the property of their respective owners.

Episode 84: Top 10 War Movies / Hacksaw Ridge

Check your weapons, lace up your combat boots, slap your fellow soldier on the shoulder and get ready for this week's Countdown! Since just in time for Remembrance Day, Paul and Wayne are turning their attention to the best War films of all time. Which is to say, those films that best encapsulate the sacrifice and loyalty the brave and women of the armed forces demonstrate when fighting for their countries. Well, that's what Paul does. Wayne, while off with the fairies, counts down a list that defies both description and belief. Meaning you'll just have to listen to learn how far off the rails he has gone this time... The guys also review Mel Gibson's return to the directorial chair (as he desperately attempts to atone for his past sins) with the impressive Hacksaw Ridge. Wayne has more problems with the film than Paul, but what surprises are in store when the boys give their final scores? Then there's the usual Recount, Check it Out and listener feedback segments, before a blooper reel of epic length rounds out the show. #PodernFamily promos spun this week are for those ever so amusing UK chaps, the Moviesaurus Rex podcast @MRexPodcast and for the show's US brothers, the Epic Film Guys. Check out their podcast and then give the guys some love by rating, subscribing and reviewing them at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/epic-film-guys-podcast/id1027239734?mt=2 If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-war-films/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/ Music/audio clips used without permission and are the property of their respective owners.

Episode 83: Top 10 Strange Movies / Doctor Strange

For once, Australia scored an early release of a major studio film, and so Paul and Wayne gleefully shot off to see Doctor Strange, the newest Phase 3 film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Opinions are oddly synonymous this week, but is this Doctor worth making an appointment with? Then after the latest round of the Countdown's ongoing gaming segment, Tag Lines, the guys get down to trying to out-weird one another with their Countdown of the strangest films ever made. And though there may be less arguing than normal, be reassured there are many choices involving inappropriate relations with all manor of non-human things... #PodernFamily promos spun this week are for the those knowledgeable geeks @YogurtPodcast and the awesome Mike Jolitz Show @MikeJolitz Don't forget to give a listen to the show's US brothers, Nick and Justin, aka The Epic Film Guys. Check out their show and then show the guys some love by rating, subscribing and reviewing them at https://itunes.apple.com/au/podcast/epic-film-guys-podcast/id1027239734?mt=2 If you’d like to give Wayne and Paul some feedback or have your lists featured on a future episode, sound off on Twitter @thecountdownpc, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thecountdownpc or fire off a good ol' fashioned email to thecountdownpodcast@gmail.com If you don't want to scan the episode looking for a particular film, check out Paul's list at http://letterboxd.com/kaisersoze/list/top-10-strangest-films/ and Wayne's lists (when he can be assed updating them) at http://letterboxd.com/waynetangclan/lists/ Music/audio clips used without permission and are the property of their respective owners.