Alternate Ending 10th Anniversary Special

Alternate Ending 10th Anniversary Special

Author: Alternate Ending February 10, 2026 Duration: 1:56:47

The Alternate Ending podcast was born on 3 January 2016, when the husband-and-wife team of Rob and Carrie Jarosinski shared their picks for the top 5 movies of all time. The site and the podcast have both seen a lot of changes since then, and we're taking this moment to look back over all the changes the decade has witnessed here at Alternate Ending, and in the wide world of movies overall. Such a special topic deserves a big sprawling all-star treatment, so Tim is joined by four other members of the Alternate Ending podcast family to take a walk down memory lane: Bride of Alternate Ending's Brennan Klein, Mandy Albert of Your Movie Rocks, Brian Fowler, and Cameron Shaw. Together, the crew talks about the site's history, our favorite moments from the podcast, and more, including Tim's review of the 2006 fantasy film Barbie in the 12 Dancing Princesses, by request of Patreon supporter Kyrie.


The conversations on Alternate Ending-Movie Review Podcast begin with a simple, shared love for cinema, but they quickly go much deeper than that. This isn't a formal critique or a dry analysis; it's the sound of three friends debating, laughing, and unpacking what they just watched, with the listener right there in the room. The goal is practical: to help you decide where to spend your valuable time and money. You'll get clear, often passionate, opinions on which new releases are worth a trip to the theater, which are perfect for a cozy night on the couch, and which you might want to skip entirely. What defines this podcast is its perspective. As the hosts note, they aren't just another group of guys rehashing classic cult favorites. The dynamic between the two hosts and their third co-host brings a distinct and engaging balance to every discussion, covering everything from big blockbusters and hidden indie gems to classic TV series. Each episode feels like a genuine conversation, one that’s as much about the experience of watching as it is about the film or show itself. Tune in for thoughtful reviews, unexpected recommendations, and the kind of easygoing rapport that makes you feel like part of the group.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Alternate Ending - Movie Review Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Your Movie Rocks: Marci X [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:08:05
Welcome to Your Movie Rocks, an Alternate Ending podcast hosted by Mandy Albert. For every episode, Mandy will watch a movie assigned by her guest host, followed by a lively discussion. There's only one rule: no matter w…
May 2026 Movie Preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:20:10
To get the summer movie season started, Brennan is joined by Caleb and Gavin. The two of them force Brennan to talk more about Mortal Kombat II more than he wants, while glossing over such less-anticipated films like the…
Bride of AE - Hatchet for the Honeymoon (1970) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:39
For the first of three episodes breaking down Newlywed Horror, Tim and Brennan discuss Mario Bava's HATCHET FOR THE HONEYMOON! Love the Podcast? Leave us a review! Follow Brennan on Twitter, Instagram, and Letterboxd Fol…
Pixar in the 2020s [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:38:19
Currently in theaters, Hoppers is the 30th feature-length film by Pixar Animation Studios. That seemed like an important enough number for us to turn to one of the evergreen questions: what's going on with Pixar, exactly…
Your Movie Rocks: The Hottie & the Nottie [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:03
Welcome to Your Movie Rocks, an Alternate Ending podcast hosted by Mandy Albert. For every episode, Mandy will watch a movie assigned by her guest host, followed by a lively discussion. There's only one rule: no matter w…
April 2026 Movie Preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:22
We're saying goodbye to March by getting in right under the wire with a preview of the films coming out in April 2026, with mere hours to go before The Super Mario Galaxy Movie wall-jumps its way into theaters. Are Tim a…
Bride of AE - Daybreakers (2009) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:23
Tim and Brennan dig a skeleton out of Oscar nominee Ethan Hawke's closet by reviewing his post-Twilight dystopian vampire movie DAYBREAKERS! Love the Podcast? Leave us a review! Follow Brennan on Twitter, Instagram, and…
The 98th Academy Awards [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:15:45
Fresh of off One Battle After Another and Sinners sharing a combined haul of 10 Oscars, the Alternate Ending crew is here with our thoughts on the ceremony and winners. Tim is joined by Cameron and Caleb to talk about th…
A look back at 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:27:04
With the Oscars coming up fast, it's the time of year we like to take stock of the movie year that was, and so Brennan is joined this week by an extra-large crew, as Caleb Wimble, Cameron Shaw, and Gavin McDowell come al…
Your Movie Rocks: Super Mario Bros. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:41
March sees the return of Mandy's old podcasting partner (and husband) Josh, who has decided to get timely with his Your Movie Rocks picks and has assigned Mandy the original Super Mario Bros. movie. No, not that one. Tha…