Hollywood AWAC
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The NOT A Review Show - Ep. 8: "Elvis"
Hollywood AWAC
03/03/23 • 49 min
Hollywood AWAC Podcasts Presents:
"Elvis"
"The NOT A Review Show" Hosts Bill 'Shaky Leg' Thill and 'Colonel' Binging Betty put on their "Blue Suede Shoes" for a rockin' chat about Baz Luhrmann's "Elvis."
Our hosts are "All Shook Up" for Austin Butler's award winning performance as the "King of Rock and Roll" but do they both have "Burning Love" for the film?
Give a listen and find out, "It's Now or Never."*
*(You can actually listen anytime you like. It's a podcast, after all...)
The NOT A Review Show - Ep. 5: "Top Gun: Maverick"
Hollywood AWAC
02/09/23 • 63 min
Hollywood AWAC podcasts presents:
Bill Thill and Binging Betty as they lock onto "Top Gun: Maverick" in this blockbuster episode of "The NOT A Review Show!"
Can anything more be said about this 2022 global hit? -- We think so.
And, is Tom Cruise the "last" movie star?
Plus! Is there a subliminal message in a scene between Tom Cruise and Miles Teller that's hidden in plain sight? (Bill says, Yes!)
It's Tom Cruise. It's Top Gun. "Talk to me, Popcorn."
The NOT A Review Show - Ep. 12: "The Fabelmans"
Hollywood AWAC
03/29/23 • 58 min
Hollywood AWAC Podcasts Presents:
"The Fabelmans"
"The NOT A Review Show!" hosts Bill Thill and Binging Betty have a close encounter with Steven Spielberg's semi-autobiographical origin story, "The Fabelmans."
A film about art, family and the struggle to follow your muse while still staying connected to those you love, this is a must see for fans of Steven Spielberg and cinema itself.
Written by Steven Spielberg and Tony Kushner and featuring a John Williams score, "The Fabelmans" captures the fabled beginnings of the world's most popular film director.
02/22/23 • 51 min
Hollywood AWAC Podcasts Presents:
"The Banshees of Inisherin"
"The Not A Review Show" hosts Bill O'Thill and Binging McBetty have a chat about writer/director Martin McDonagh's latest dark comedy.
This Golden Globe winning film stars Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson (they also worked with McDonagh on "In Bruges") in a story about two friends who are havin' a row.
On a scale of one to ten fingers, with ten always being best, how would you rate this film?
Oh, there's also a little donkey...
The NOT A Review Show - Ep: 4: "The Son"
Hollywood AWAC
02/01/23 • 48 min
Hosts Bill Thill and Binging Betty discuss The Son, from writer/director Florian Zeller (The Father, 2020).
Hugh Jackman, Laura Dern, Vanessa Kirby, Zen McGrath and Anthony Hopkins star in this compelling drama about a fractured family struggling to deal with their troubled teenaged son (McGrath).
The Son is a film of extraordinary performances and deals with subject matter that is sensitive in nature.
Note: Includes conversation about depression and self-harm and specific details of the film are discussed.
03/15/23 • 46 min
Hollywood AWAC Podcasts Presents:
"The 95th Academy Awards Oscar Telecast"
The NOT A Review Show! hosts Bill Thill and Binging Betty roll out the champagne carpet and toast this years live Oscar telecast that aired on Sunday, March 12th on ABC.
Recorded just after the credits rolled, Bill and Betty's first reactions are positively positive.
Topics Include:
- Why did the red carpet wear the color champagne this year?
- Jimmy Kimmel; future Emmy winner for Best Host?
- Best speeches sung or otherwise.
- To Naatu Naatu or not to Naatu Naatu?
- Lady Gaga strikes a cord in Betty.
- "Navalny" strikes a cord in Bill.
- Plus, Everything and other and stuff...
A show for film lovers, our favorite teachers, our agent and all the people we neglected to thank.
01/13/19 • 89 min
Host Bill Thill is joined by acting coach Dave Abbitt for an in depth conversation about acting and what's required to master the craft.
With many years in the entertainment industry, Dave is one of the most passionate and knowledgeable instructors around. His weekly scene study class at the Raven Playhouse in the NoHo Arts District is designed to challenge and inspire actors to reach their full potential.
Plus, the 'movie you might have heard of' toy line that got away and Dave plays "The Lightning Round!"
SHOW NOTES:
Guest V.O.
"Previously On..." - Leah Brock
MUSIC:
"Hooray For Hollywood" Benny Goodman Orchestra
INTRO CLIP:
"Birdman" (2014)
CLOSING CLIP
"Blazing Saddles" (1974)
EP. 6: "The Family That Creates Together..." With Writer Joe Lansdale & Singer Kasey Lansdale
Hollywood AWAC
02/16/19 • 87 min
Host Bill Thill sits down with writer Joe R. Lansdale ("Hap and Leonard", "Cold In July", "The Bottoms", etc.) and Kasey Lansdale to discuss their recent collaboration writing their new book, "Terror Is Our Business".
This talented father/daughter duo chat about the creative process and what it takes to build a life less ordinary while pursuing creative endeavors.
Joe's rise from his Nacogdoches, Texas roots to international best selling author is only part of the Lansdale family all-American success story.
Beyond being an award-winning author, Joe speaks with fatherly pride about Kasey's work as a singer/songwriter and recording artist, his son Keith's skill as a screenwriter and how his wife Karen was was the supportive muse that helped launch the entire Lansdale family creative enterprise.
A fun and inspirational discussion that celebrates the benefits of hard work and early rejection to the sometimes tearful results of meeting your idol, the creativity and kindness of the the talented Lansdales shines through as Joe and Kasey share their stories and tips for leading a creative life.
SHOW NOTES
GUEST V.O.:
"Previously On..." Leah Brock
MUSIC:
"Hooray For Hollywood" Benny Goodman Orchestra
"Sorry Ain't Enough" Kasey Lansdale
"Living In The Moment" Kasey Lansdale
INTRO CLIP:
"Bubba Ho-Tep" (2002)
The AWAC Interview - EP. 3: Squee! Female Fandom & Documentaries On A Shoestring Budget With Filmmaker Hansi Oppenheimer.
Hollywood AWAC
12/29/18 • 51 min
To Squee Or Not To Squee!
Host Bill Thill is joined by self-described obsessed 'fangirl' and New York based documentary filmmaker Hansi Oppenheimer to discuss the power of female fandom.
According to the Urban Dictionary, Squee! is the sound a fangirl makes, 'To Squeal with Glee', when expressing a feeling of excitement and happiness."
We go behind the Squee! to discuss the self-empowerment of fandom and the influence fans have on the industry. Hansi also shares her experience of using new, readily available, technology to create filmed content for a receptive worldwide audience by any means necessary.
Plus, Hansi plays 'The Lightning Round!'
SHOW NOTES:
Guest V.O.
"Previously On..." - Leah Brock
MUSIC:
"Hooray For Hollywood" Benny Goodman Orchestra
INTRO CLIP:
"This Is Spinal Tap" (1984)
03/12/23 • 57 min
Hollywood AWAC Podcasts Presents:
"Everything Everywhere All at Once"
"The NOT A Review Show!" hosts Bill Thill and Binging Betty jump into the multiverse to talk about the critically acclaimed film that has garnered 11 Oscar nominations.
Recorded in the days before this year's Academy Awards, we believe that "Everything Everywhere All at Once", barring some verse jumping disruption, will be crowned Best Picture on Sunday, March 12, 2023.
A film of remarkable achievements, and one that we're absolutely googly-eyed for, listen and find out how we really feel.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Hollywood AWAC have?
Hollywood AWAC currently has 24 episodes available.
What topics does Hollywood AWAC cover?
The podcast is about Comedians, Writers, Artists, Comedy, Entertainment, Television, Podcasts, Movies, Arts, Hollywood, Broadway, Tv & Film and Performing Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Hollywood AWAC?
The episode title 'EP. 7: The Evolution of a Writer: From Stories of Local History to the Birth of a Global Brand with Ken Zurski' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Hollywood AWAC?
The average episode length on Hollywood AWAC is 58 minutes.
How often are episodes of Hollywood AWAC released?
Episodes of Hollywood AWAC are typically released every 8 days, 21 hours.
When was the first episode of Hollywood AWAC?
The first episode of Hollywood AWAC was released on Dec 1, 2018.
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