97 episodes

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast where we discuss a randomly selected actor on each episode and rate their career and impact off-screen on the Munson Meter.

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    • TV & Film
    • 4.9 • 30 Ratings

Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast where we discuss a randomly selected actor on each episode and rate their career and impact off-screen on the Munson Meter.

    Ep. 97 - Debra Winger (feat. John Rigby)

    Ep. 97 - Debra Winger (feat. John Rigby)

    Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography of a randomly selected actor.
    In this episode, we explore the life & career of Debra Winger. Best known for her roles as Emma in Terms of Endearment (1983), Paula in An Officer and a Gentleman (1982), and Sissy in Urban Cowboy (1980), Winger is a complicated and interesting actor for us to cover. Joined once again by John Rigby, we discuss her unconventional choice in names for her son, her believability in every role, her infamous off-screen spats with co-stars and producers, and marvel at her ability as an all-time shit talker during interviews. How does she rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

    • 2 hr 7 min
    Ep. 96 - Lucy Liu (feat. Cori Wallace)

    Ep. 96 - Lucy Liu (feat. Cori Wallace)

    Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor.
    In this episode, we explore the life and career of Lucy Liu. Best known for her roles as Alex in Charlie’s Angels films, O-Ren Ishii in the Kill Bill films, and Dr. Joan Watson in Elementary (2012-19), Lucy carved out her own path in Hollywood over the last few decades. Joined once again by Cori Wallace, we discuss how she was typecast on television in her earliest days on screen, the sheer cultural impact of her role on Ally McBeal, ask questions about her representation and their lack of attention to her skillset, and marvel at her per-episode salary on Elementary. Where does she rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

    • 2 hr 1 min
    Ep. 95 - Steve Buscemi (feat. Dan Craig)

    Ep. 95 - Steve Buscemi (feat. Dan Craig)

    Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. 
    In this episode, we explore the life and career of Steve Buscemi. Best known for his roles as Carl in Fargo (1996), Mr. Pink in Reservoir Dogs (1992), and the guy who shows up in just about every Adam Sandler film, Buscemi is just about the most prolific character actor of the past 30 years. Joined very briefly by Dan Craig, we discuss his relationship with filmmakers like Robert Rodriguez, Jim Jarmusch & the Coen Brothers, his undeniable greatness in the 90s, why he’s such a great character actor, and cover why Buscemi is the main reason Case joined the podcast. 
    How does he rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

    • 1 hr 55 min
    Ep. 94 - Natalie Portman (feat. Mark Gehrke)

    Ep. 94 - Natalie Portman (feat. Mark Gehrke)

    Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. 
    In this episode, we explore the life and career of Natalie Portman. Best known for her roles as Nina in Black Swan (2010), Evey in V for Vendetta (2005), and Queen Amidala in the Star Wars Prequels, Portman is widely considered one of the most talented actresses working today. Joined once again by Mark Gehrke, we discuss her early rise to stardom, her project choice tied to her Jewish heritage, rave about Gehrke’s nerdy expertise around Star Wars, Marvel, and Annihilation, and hear about James’s starstruck moment of seeing Portman on the streets of New York. 
    How does she rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

    • 1 hr 57 min
    Ep. 93 - Kristen Bell (feat. Lauren Hopkins Price)

    Ep. 93 - Kristen Bell (feat. Lauren Hopkins Price)

    Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor.
    In this episode, we explore the life and career of Kristen Bell. Best known for her roles as Anna in Frozen (2013), Veronica Mars (2004-2019), and Sarah in Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008), Bell has quickly risen to Hollywood stardom. Joined once again by Lauren Hopkins Price, we discuss Bell’s Smurfette roots, her extremely fun family dynamic with Dax, Aubrey passionately defends Couples Retreat (2009), and we marvel at her incredible off-the-screen philanthropic impact. How does she rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

    • 1 hr 45 min
    Ep. 92 - Mila Kunis (feat. Laura Bennecke)

    Ep. 92 - Mila Kunis (feat. Laura Bennecke)

    Welcome to the Munsons at the Movies podcast. Each episode we delve into the filmography and impact of a randomly selected actor. 
    In this episode, we explore the life and career of Mila Kunis. Best known for her roles as Lily in The Black Swan (2010), Rachel in Forgetting Sarah Marshall (2008), and Meg Griffin in Family Guy (1999-2023), Kunis has risen from a child actor to a mainstay in Hollywood. Joined once again by Laura Bennecke, we discuss her Ukrainian roots, her immense philanthropic impact, Case’s disdain for That 70’s Show and Laura’s unbelievable story on that set, the absurdity of American Psycho 2’s existence, and ponder whether her associations with some questionable male figures will affect her score. How does she rank on the Munson Meter? Listen to find out.

    • 1 hr 47 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
30 Ratings

30 Ratings

Pop Etymology ,

Great deep dives into an actor’s whole career

This is a great podcast for movie obsessives like me. It’s a great feeling to learn these things you never knew about this or that actor. Often their careers are so massive it’ll surprise you what they’ve done that you didn’t know about. The hosts are knowledgeable and really do their research, and they’re funny and fun to listen to. Especially if you have some favorite actor, listening to their episode on that actor is a must.

KevinLink ,

A fun movie related podcast!

This is a fun and interesting podcast about movies, celebrities, and Hollywood. Sounds great. There’s always an interesting group with their own expertise and perspectives.

ElleLo274 ,

One of the best “movie fan” podcasts!!!

I was going to wait till I’m all caught up on the episodes before I post a review but I can not hold it in on how awesome this podcast is! These guys really do their research! Once you think you know a certain actor/actress, they throw some great facts about them. I also love how they tackle, not just A-List actors, but also actors who aren’t quite there yet but have made a huge impact in Hollywood. Keep up the work!! Can’t wait to hear future episodes!!

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