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The Fandom Outpost

The Fandom Outpost

Written by: Jim Bob and Mark
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Listen in to three best friends who grew up on the nerdier side of the 70s and 80s. Back then, they experienced some of the greatest fandoms those eras had to offer. Now, they belong in a museum. Join them as they bring you discussion, reviews, and fun on all things movies, gaming, comics, toys, and pop culture.

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Episodes
  • 'Predator' (1987) Retrospective
    Apr 16 2026

    Jim, Mark and Bob explore the deep jungles of Central America to bring you all of their perspectives on 'Predator' (1987), offering their insights on what made this sci-fi/action/horror movie one of the best of the '80's'. Buckle up, grab some chew, flip on the old boombox and take a fun ride uncovering all that makes 'Predator' one of Arnold Schwarzenegger's best films.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 'Manhunter' (1986) Retrospective | Michael Mann's Neo-Noir Fever Dream
    Mar 18 2026

    Bob and Mark dive into one of Bob's favorite films, 'Manhunter', from 1986 starring William Petersen, Tom Noonan, Joan Allen, Brian Cox and Denis Farina. One of the very first films to explore the concept of FBI profiling in serial murders, this film not only introduced the Hannibal Lecter cinematic world but also made an indelible mark with highly stylized visual storytelling. Get ready to "walk the route" and explore one of Michael Mann's most creative films in his filmography.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • 'To Live and Die in L.A.' (1985) | Antihero Masterpiece
    Mar 4 2026

    Bob and Mark review William Friedkin's brilliant Neo-noir criminal thriller "To Live and Die in L.A." (1985). Bob's dream to collaborate with Mark on an episode of one of his favorite films has finally come true. They look at Special Agent Richard Chance (William Petersen), a nihilistic antihero who will stop at nothing to get revenge on counterfeiter Rick Masters (Willem Dafoe) for killing his longtime Secret Service partner. The film's highlights are analyzed, including the thrilling chase sequences and great performances by a cast that includes John Turturro, Dean Stockwell, Debra Feuer, and John Pankow. They also discuss other antihero movie characters that have become icons in popular culture.

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    59 mins
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