The Predator and Other Problematic Films with Oliver Wang

The Predator and Other Problematic Films with Oliver Wang

Author: MaximumFun.org September 21, 2018 Duration: 58:29

We've got Ricky, April and Alonso in the studio this week, along with special guest Oliver Wang. Like Ricky, Oliver is a fellow DJ, and he also hosts the brilliant music podcast Heat Rocks on Maximum Fun, alongside friend of the show Morgan Rhodes.

April tells us about her feminist ghost hunting pilot; Alonso's excited about the BBQ chicken tenders at McDonald's; Oliver is stoked to be a guest for the first time on WSY and Ricky's reminded of his childhood after watching the Canelo fight and going to a party where Los Angeles Plays Itself played in the background.

Plus, music scholar Oliver Wang outs himself as an unabashed Predator fan, who's seen every single Predator movie. Will he be one of the few (only?!) fans of this franchise that doesn't pan the film? Find out.

In the news, Gael Garcia Bernal wants to know why there aren't more US-born LatinX directors, Yacht Captain Dennis Davers breaks his silence about what he thinks happened the night Natalie Woods drowned, and Christopher Nolan and Paul Thomas Anderson have teamed up to demand TV manufacturers up their TV-settings game for better movie watching experiences at home.

Weekly Movie Recommendations:

Ricky - The Thing April - Life Itself (Note: this is April's joke pick), and her real pick is Mandy Alonso - Lizzie Oliver - Chan Is Missing

Next week we're discussing The Sisters Brothers with Inkoo Kang

With April WolfeAlonso Duralde, and Ricky Carmona Oliver Wang

You can let us know what you think of Who Shot Ya? at @WhoShotYaPod on Twitter. Or email us atwhoshotya@maximumfun.org Produced by Casey O'Brien and Laura Swisher for MaximumFun.org.

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Alonso Duralde

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Every week, comedian Kevin Avery, film producer Drea Clark, and critic Alonso Duralde gather to tear into the world of movies, offering a perspective that breaks from the usual mold. Their conversations are a rapid-fire mix of sharp critique, industry knowledge, and genuine comedy, making each episode feel like hanging out with the most film-obsessed friends you have. Maximum Film! dives into the latest releases, dissects classic cinema, and unpacks the news shaping Hollywood, all delivered with an energy that’s as entertaining as it is insightful. This isn’t a dry lecture; it’s a lively, thoughtful, and often hilarious flight through everything on screen. You’ll find yourself reconsidering films you love and discovering new favorites, all thanks to the distinct voices and experiences each host brings to the microphone. Part of the MaximumFun.org network, this podcast consistently delivers that perfect blend of smart analysis and effortless fun, turning your weekly listen into a highlight for any film fan.
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