Podcast
The Test of Time
Are the classic movies of our childhood really as great as we remember them? Hosts Alan Noah and James Brief take a fresh look at our favorite films to see if they have stood The Test of Time.
- Episodes
- 540
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 43 min
- On air since
- 2016
- Latest episode
- 4 days ago
Episodes
540 episodes, newest first
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53 min
They Live (1988)
Season 1, Episode 539
Show notes
Aliens have invaded Earth, and only Roddy Piper can stop them.
Special guest Matthew Krol joins us to talk about the Sisyphean boulder of podcasting, Duke Nukem improving one-liners, and a drifter who gets rich *really* fast. Then we find out if They Live stands the Test of Time.
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46 min
Tropic Thunder (2008)
Season 1, Episode 538
Show notes
In their quest to make a dramatic war film, five actors face real danger in the jungle.
Special guest Becky Dorsogna joins us to chat about failing the Bechdel test spectacularly, talking to anyone who will listen, and buying a stack of Apple TVs on vacation. Grab a Booty Sweat energy drink as we find out if Tropic Thunder stands the Test of Time.
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43 min
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins (2008)
Season 1, Episode 537
Show notes
A prodigal son returns home to face his siblings and a rival cousin at his parents' wedding anniversary celebration.
Special guest Gwyeth Smith joins us to discuss a missing comma, gentle giants, and sweet tea manners. Then we see if Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins stands the Test of Time.
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45 min
Commando (1985)
Season 1, Episode 536
Show notes
After his daughter is kidnapped, a retired colonel kills everyone responsible.
Special guest Pete Mongillo joins us to chat about avoiding shoulder splinters, James' mother's maiden name, and Dan Hedaya's chin butt. Then we see if Commando stands the Test of Time.
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38 min
The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)
Season 1, Episode 535
Show notes
An absentee father pretends to be dying so he can reconnect with his estranged children.
Join us as we discuss the difference between an asshole and a sonofabitch, a fun day at a dog fight, and a family on a battleship. Then we see if The Royal Tenenbaums stands the Test of Time.
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43 min
To Die For (1995)
Season 1, Episode 534
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Driven by ambition, a weather reporter plots to have her husband killed.
Listen as we chat about the metrics of fame, Leaf's transition to Joaquin, and unintentional ickiness. Then we see if To Die For stands the Test of Time.
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37 min
Serial Mom (1994)
Season 1, Episode 533
Show notes
A suburban housewife begins killing people who have wronged her family.
Join us as we discuss the cereal that supports the military, why James was nervous on parent-teacher conference nights, and a theory about why Quentin Tarantino doesn't like Matthew Lillard. Then we find out if Serial Mom stands the Test of Time.
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40 min
Practical Magic (1998)
Season 1, Episode 532
Show notes
Two sisters come to terms with their supernatural abilities after they accidentally kill an abusive boyfriend.
Listen as we chat about the ingredients for a perfect man, silly flutes, and a bad time to smooch. Then we find out if Practical Magic stands the Test of Time.
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38 min
The Player (1992)
Season 1, Episode 531
Show notes
While fighting for his job, a Hollywood executive accidentally kills a screenwriter.
Special guest Jonathan Weissler joins us to discuss an allergy to Seth Rogen, a currently dead director, and Michael Bay literally thinking outside the box. Then we see if The Player stands the Test of Time.
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48 min
EuroTrip (2004)
Season 1, Episode 530
Show notes
After getting dumped by his girlfriend in humiliating fashion, a high school graduate travels across Europe to find his pen pal.
Special guest Eddie Perez-Cortes joins us to chat about the hostel experience, the one thing Matt Damon is bad at, and the time Alan went to a nude beach. Scotty doesn't know—but we'll find out—whether EuroTrip stands the Test of Time.
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37 min
Road Trip (2000)
Season 1, Episode 529
Show notes
A college freshman films himself having sex, then drives halfway across the country with some friends to prevent his girlfriend from seeing the tape.
Listen as we discuss "pimps 'n' hos" parties, a director who really likes licking toes, and a fraternity meet-cute. Then we see if Road Trip stands the Test of Time.
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42 min
27 Dresses (2008)
Season 1, Episode 528
Show notes
A perpetual bridesmaid grows frustrated when her sister and her boss get engaged.
Special guest Grace Noah joins us to chat about good-looking characters doing bad things, the positive aspects of being a people-pleaser, and narrating a wedding slideshow live. Then we see if 27 Dresses stands the Test of Time.
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44 min
The Last Boy Scout (1991)
Season 1, Episode 527
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A seedy private investigator and a disgraced quarterback team up to uncover a conspiracy that will make football more profitable.
Listen as we discuss a senator who should stay home for the night, bulletproof pigs, and an epic exposition/trauma dump. Then we see if The Last Boy Scout stands the Test of Time.
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36 min
Mystery Men (1999)
Season 1, Episode 526
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When Champion City's superhero goes missing, seven wannabes try to save the day.
Join us as we chat about why laugh tracks exist, a random Dockers endorsement, and the body parts that have nothing to do with flatulence. Hey now, you're an all-star as we see if Mystery Men stands the Test of Time.
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30 min
Kingpin (1996)
Season 1, Episode 525
Show notes
A washed-up bowling champion mentors an Amish prodigy in the hopes of winning a tournament.
Listen as we discuss the smell of 1970s ashtrays, why Randy Quaid fled to Canada, and a disappointingly evergreen political joke. Then we see if Kingpin stands the Test of Time.
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54 min
Troy (2004)
Season 1, Episode 524
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After a Trojan prince runs off with the Spartan queen, thousands of Greek soldiers attack the walled city of Troy.
Special guest Clinton Festa joins us to talk about a joke that kills at Starbucks, a much-needed protein shake for Paris, and a wonderful gift for college professors. Then we see if Troy stands the Test of Time.
Tickets for Clinton's new one-act play "Asteroid Belt" are available here: https://www.chathamplayers.org/2026-2027/jersey-voices
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43 min
Supergirl (1984)
Season 1, Episode 523
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To recover her city's lost power source, Kara Zor-El travels to Earth and battles an evil witch.
Listen as we discuss the passing fad of fidget spinners, poor pipe placement, and an impractical flying position. Then we find out if Supergirl stands the Test of Time.
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44 min
Toy Story 3 (2010)
Season 1, Episode 522
Show notes
As Andy prepares for college, his childhood toys must decide what they want their future to be.
Join us as we chat about little kids who swallow sharp objects, teenagers who don't listen, and trilogies that should've stayed trilogies. We belong together as we see if Toy Story 3 stands the Test of Time.
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44 min
Toy Story 2 (1999)
Season 1, Episode 521
Show notes
After Woody is stolen by a collector, Buzz Lightyear leads a rescue mission to bring his friend back home.
Listen as we discuss the importance of backup files, temporary sentience, and how Potato Heads mate. Woody may be the rootin'est, tootin'est cowboy in the wild, wild west, but does Toy Story 2 stand the Test of Time?
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46 min
Toy Story (1995)
Season 1, Episode 520
Show notes
A cowboy doll is a young boy's preferred plaything, until a flashy new spaceman action figure arrives.
Join us as we chat about James' upcoming couple's costume, a missed opportunity at Disney World, and a baby that really shouldn't be in the front seat. You've got a friend in me as we find out if Toy Story stands the Test of Time.
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