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| Ep93 - A Conversation with Steve Wang | 03 Jan 2026 | 01:30:56 | |
Today we have legendary filmmaker and creature creator Steve Wang. Director of Drive, the Guyver films, Kung Fu Rascals and 40 episodes of Kamen Rider Dragon Knight which he also created. Working closely/frequently with Alpha Stunts and Mark Dacascos, Steve has made some amazing films in the action world and worked on more than I can list. Steve also helped create the original Predator suit alongside Stan Winston! Listen in and learn about his adventures in film making! Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Patrick Garcia and Tom Fairfoot on Lost Horizon | 30 Dec 2025 | 00:42:48 | |
Join us today as we talk with director Patrick Garcia and lead actor Tom Fairfoot to talk about the new movie they made, 'Lost Horizon' Lost Horizon Trailer: https://youtu.be/w2AblUMvrKI?si=SDHKDYLP6tlR727D Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep84 - A Conversation with Shaun Piccinino | 09 Oct 2025 | 01:37:02 | |
Today we are joined by Shaun Piccinino. We discuss his movies like The Island and television work such as Deadliest Warrior and Salvage Marines. We also talk his upcoming project with Andrew Koji and we talk indie filmmaking, YouTube videos and the importance of networking and positivity in the industry. Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep83 - A Conversation with Brandon Slagle | 07 Oct 2025 | 01:38:47 | |
Today we are joined by Director, Writer and Actor Brandon Slagle. Talking about his latest move - Affinity. We also discuss the action genre, the industry and several of past films and notable life events. My review of Affinity can be found HERE Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep82 - A Conversation with Chaya Supannarat | 06 Oct 2025 | 01:37:11 | |
Today we are sitting down with Chaya Supannarat to talk about her new film Gladiator Underground which stars D.Y. Sao, Andy Le and Brian Le A.K.A Martial Club in a massive throwback to the tournament films of the 80s and 90s. Our Review of Gladiator Underground can be found HERE Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep81 - A Conversation with Alan Delabie | 04 Oct 2025 | 00:43:56 | |
Joining us today we have French martial arts star Alan Delabie to discuss his latest movie The Shepherd Code 2 - Road Back where he has both lead actor duty and co-director duties. We talk his martial art background, previous film work, his inspirations and dream collaborators for the future. Our Review of Shepherd Code - Road Back can be found HERE Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Marko Zaror Talks: Affinity (2025) | 28 Sep 2025 | 00:24:19 | |
Today we have a short but sweet chat with action legend Marko Zaror who joins us to talk about his newest movie Affinity which releases in the United States on September 30th, 2025 from Well Go USA My review of Affinity can be found HERE Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep80 - Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie! (1995) with Andy Gorham and Patrick Bartlett | 19 Sep 2025 | 02:15:47 | |
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers: The Movie! In this episode, we look back at the 1995 big-screen adventure. From Ivan Ooze’s unforgettable villainy and the wild ’90s CGI Zords, to the film’s lasting legacy in Power Rangers history. Whether you grew up with the Rangers or are discovering them now, this nostalgic retrospective is morphinominal fun. Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep79 - A Conversation with Giedre Jackyte | 01 Sep 2025 | 01:52:59 | |
Joining me today we have WKA champion turned stuntwoman, Giedre Jackyte. Giedre or "G" as she is used to being called, moved to the UK to pursue a career in dance and instead ended up finding herself learning Escrima and doubling Margot Robbie on the set of Barbie. We sit down to chat about her impressive journey, indie film making vs big budget stunts and a lot of talk about martial arts. Giedre was an absolute delight to speak with and I can't wait to see what she does next and to welcome her back to talk action movies. Giedre's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamgiedrejackyte Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep78 - Speed (1994) with Em from Verbal Diorama | 17 Aug 2025 | 01:43:31 | |
In this episode, we dive into the adrenaline-pumping world of 'Speed' and explore its lasting cultural impact. From redefining the action genre to influencing pop culture, 'Speed' left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide. Join us as we discuss the film's iconic moments, its influence on future blockbusters, and why it remains a beloved classic. Buckle up for a thrilling ride through cinema history! Verbal Diorama Instagram Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep77 - Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In (2024) with Matt Essary | 19 Mar 2025 | 01:54:26 | |
We are back for 2025! Matthew Essary joins us to talk about the 2024 HK modern day classic "Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In" Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep76 - The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996) with Fu for Thought | 28 Dec 2024 | 01:30:34 | |
Todays episode is on the 1996 Renny Harlin movie The Long Kiss Goodnight, starring Geena Davis and Samuel L. Jackson in a spy thriller set at Christmas. Fu for Thought Twitter: @fuforthoughtpod Action Addicts Links: linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep92 - Die Hard 2 (1990) with Matt Bledsoe | 29 Dec 2025 | 01:56:51 | |
Today we are joined by returning podcasting veteran Matt Bledsoe from the Film Feast Podcast to discuss the sequel to one of the best (and hotly debated) Christmas movies of all time, Die Hard 2. Starring Bruce Willis once again as John Mclane, this time taking our bad guys in an airport rather than a big tower. Does this one jingle our bells or do we find the sequel lacking? Listen and find out! Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep75 - Den of Thieves (2018) with Chris Berreras | 20 Dec 2024 | 01:32:19 | |
Welcome back our tactical action specialist Chris to the show to discuss the 2018 Gerard Butler movie Den of Thieves. Directed and co-written by Christian Gudegast, An elite unit of the LA County Sheriff's Dept. and the state's most successful bank robbery crew clash as the outlaws plan a seemingly impossible heist on the Federal Reserve Bank. Chris's Twitter: @Gingerdome81 Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep74 - Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter (2012) with Dan Grima | 02 Dec 2024 | 01:27:31 | |
Please welcome back Dan Grima to the show for a crossover event where both of ours shows are putting out episodes this week in a shared continuity! For me it's 2012's Abraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter and for the Blindspots show its 2012's Lincoln. Our movie was directed Timur Bekmambetov and stars Benjamin Walker, Dominic Cooper, Anthony Mackie and Mary Elizabeth Winstead in an alternate history action/horror hybrid that is based on the book of the same name by Seth Grahame-Smith Dan's Twitter: @DanGrima92 BlindSpots Twitter: @BlindSpots_Pod Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep73 - Willy's Wonderland (2021) with Andy Gorham | 04 Nov 2024 | 01:08:42 | |
Joining us today we have Andy Gorham to talk about the 2021 movie Willy's Wonderland, a delightfully gory horror/action hybrid starring Nicolas Cage that is not so loosely inspired by the Five Nights At Freddie's franchise. Andy's Twitter: @AndrewMGorham Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep72 - Train to Busan (2016) with Max Deering | 28 Oct 2024 | 01:27:44 | |
Today we are talking about the 2016's Train to Busan, an international sensation that swept across the world not unlike the zombie plague afflicting the characters in this movie. Joining us we have Max Deering to discuss horror, capitalism and defeating the evils of the day with the power of love and friendship... or not. Max's Twitter: @ODSTSpartan Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep71 - Snowpiercer (2013) with Dan Grima | 18 Oct 2024 | 01:28:56 | |
Welcome back Dan Grima to the show! Today we are talking about the 2013 movie Snowpiercer. Directed by Bong Joon Ho and starring Chris Evans. It's the end of the world and only those who made it on to a super advanced high tech train managed to survive the deep freeze. As you might imagine, things escalated rather poorly from there. Dan's Twitter: @DanGrima92 BlindSpots Twitter: @BlindSpots_Pod Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep70 - The Man From Nowhere (2010) with Mike Scott | 03 Oct 2024 | 01:22:01 | |
Welcome Mike Scott back to the show! It's been a while but we have reunited at last to talk about one of the best South Korean films ever made and a personal favourite of Mike's. We also talk about a 2016 movie called Rocky Handsome, you'll hear why as we go on. A4E Twitter: @A4EPodcast Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep69 - Kill (2024) with Dan Grima | 24 Sep 2024 | 01:41:28 | |
Join me today as myself and returning guest Dan Grima of the Blindspots podcast chat about a recent ish Indian cinema release with Director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat's Kill. Where During a train trip to New Delhi, a pair of commandos face an army of invading bandits. It's bloody, gory and just a bit depressing. Dan and I have a great chat about how we interpreted the themes and subtext of this movie, we may have forgotten to get into the action a little bit but we do also talk about podcasting and movies in general so please forgive us while we try to find our way back to our points one rant at a time. Dan's Twitter: @DanGrima92 BlindSpots Twitter: @BlindSpots_Pod Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep68 - Ninja 3: The Domination (1984) with Lindsay Wilkins, Bede Jermyn and Super Marcey | 11 Sep 2024 | 01:16:56 | |
Joining me today on this very special episode we have returning guests Lindsay Wilkins, Bede Jermyn and Super Marcey. Yes that's right, 3 guests. Meaning 4 voices total to talk about a rather crazy film known as Ninja 3: The Domination. Celebrating it's 40th anniversary and being the finale of ninja month. It's all culminated in a lovely crossover of our themes in the recent episodes. Directed by Sam Firstenberg and starring Sho Kosugi, Lucinda Dickey, Jordan Bennett, and James Hong. This should have been the apex of the Ninja trilogy, instead it went in a very different direction. Is it all the better for it? Listen to find out. Schlock&Awe Twitter: @schlockandawe1 Bede's Twitter: @BedeJermyn Super Marcey's Twitter: @supermarcey Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep67 - Beverly Hills Cop (1984) with Larry Sternshein | 28 Aug 2024 | 01:25:11 | |
Today we are talking on the 40th Anniversary of Beverly Hills Cop with returning guest Larry Sternshein who was last on talking about the John Woo movie Broken Arrow but is now here to discuss the wisecracking Eddie Murphy in his most iconic role, Axel Foley. The first in a series now 4 movies strong, the original is a staple of the 1980s and time has not dulled it's shine. Larry's Show: @reelearlypod My Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep66 - Deadpool & Wolverine (2024) with Andy Gorham | 12 Aug 2024 | 01:41:13 | |
Today we are joined by Andy Gorham once again to take another dive into the world of comic book movies. We haven't visited the MCU since episode 2 with Spider-Man: No Way Home, it was always my intention to cover the Deadpool movies and indeed we will still will! But for right now we are going to talk about Deadpool & Wolverine which has just crossed the billion dollar mark in it's theatrical run. This movie had a lot of expectations placed upon it, can it live up to them? Does it shatter them? Listen in and let's discuss. Andy's Twitter: @AndrewMGorham Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep91 - Battle for Saipan (2023) with Casper Van Dien, Louis Mandylor and Brandon Slagle | 23 Dec 2025 | 01:51:33 | |
Joining me this week we have a trifecta of talent that is somewhat unbelievable. Here to discuss an underappreciated movie that flew under a lot of peoples radar we have a man who is used to having people yell "KILL EM ALL!" at him as part of his daily life, it's Casper Van Dien. We have boxer turned actor and director Louis Mandylor and we have returning guest, actor turned director Brandon Slagle. We are all gathered together to discuss a 10 day torture session they all experienced which was edited together into a movie titled 'Battle for Saipan'. I loved every moment of talking to these guys and getting to speak with Casper and Louis was a huge moment for both the show and myself personally. So sit back, relax and enjoy some crazy stories, great memories, the comradery and the laughter of todays episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep65 - Streets of Fire (1984) with Mike Fury | 13 Jul 2024 | 01:07:40 | |
Today we are celebrating the first of many 40th anniversaries, kicking things off with Walter Hill's rock and roll fable Streets of Fire. A film that had a lot more influence on pop culture than anyone could have foreseen at the time, even if you've never seen this movie you've likely seen one that took inspiration from it, music videos that learned from it's editing or video games that took the aesthetic and ran with it. Joining me today we have returning guest Mike Fury, author of the Art of Action books and a massive Walter Hill fan! Mike's Twitter: @TheMikeFury Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep64 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) with Robb Antequera and Patrick Vicious | 30 May 2024 | 01:48:13 | |
It's to get tubular dudes! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are celebrating their 40th anniversary since blasting onto comic pages back in 1984! They then conquered childrens TV with a revered cartoon that ran from 1987 to 1996 but at the start of the new decade they hit the big time by smashing on to cinema screens everywhere! Join me in welcome both Robb and Patrick back to the show to discuss this 1990 classic that features excellent martial arts action, cutting edge animatronics and gives us versions of these characters that became so definitive, each iteration since starts here. Rob's Twitter: @TheCineDrunkie Patrick's Twitter: @alleywaykrew Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep63 - Revenge of the Ninja (1983) with Dan Grima | 22 May 2024 | 01:54:00 | |
Please welcome Dan Grima to the show! Making his Action Addict debut to discuss the 1983 classic, Revenge of the Ninja! Dan is the host of the BlindSpots movie podcast as well as a frequent collaborator of the We Love Dad Movies podcast and we have been trying to arrange a time for him to come on for an absolute age! At long last we've had Dan on and it was during our Season of Shinobi to talk about one of the highest regarded Canon movies in this starring vehicle for martial arts legend Sho Kosugi. Dan's Twitter: @DanGrima92 BlindSpots Twitter: @BlindSpots_Pod Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep62 - American Ninja (1985) with Daniel Epler | 09 May 2024 | 01:45:35 | |
The Season of Shinobi continues with first time guest Daniel Epler from the Cobwebs podcast and YouTube channel to talk about the 1985 cult classic American Ninja. The start of a new ninja series that gave the world of martial arts Michael Dudikoff. Daniels's Twitter: @DanielCobwebs Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep61 - The Octagon (1980) with Andy Gorham | 28 Apr 2024 | 01:58:19 | |
Joining me today we have the return of Andy Gorham to the show to talk about the 1980 classic "The Octagon" starring Chuck Norris and Lee Van Cleef. This film has it all, an unconventional Norris role, ninjas, mercenaries, the debut appearance of Richard Norton and of course, insanely incoherent whispering. Don't miss this one! Andy's Twitter: @AndrewMGorham Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep60 - Enter the Ninja (1981) with Super Marcey | 18 Apr 2024 | 01:55:26 | |
On today's episode I am joined by returning guest Super Marcey to discuss one of the progenitors for the "ninja craze" in 1981s Enter the Ninja. Take a shot every time we say this is a weird movie if you want a real challenge! This is a movie that has not aged gracefully I'll say that much. Super Marcey Twitter: @supermarcey Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep59 - A Conversation with Kurando Mitsutake on Lion-Girl | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:39:46 | |
On today's episode of "A conversation with" we have indie director extraordinaire Kurando Mitsutake, to talk about his latest project and first studio movie Lion-Girl. We also mention the subject of last weeks episode Karate Kill, a Gun Woman sequel and how the pandemic times massively influenced this films story and outlook. Kurando's Twitter: @mkurando Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep58 - Karate Kill (2016) with Matthew Essary | 05 Apr 2024 | 01:21:09 | |
In this episode, we dive into the world of Karate Kill, a martial arts soaked revenge tale with strong grindhouse vibes. The film follows Kenji, a mysterious loner and Karate master, whose little sister goes missing in Los Angeles. Determined to find her, Kenji embarks on a relentless quest, facing off against anyone who stands in his way. Karate Kill offers plenty of action, colourful characters, and wild bloodshed. We explore the film's unique blend of martial arts and exploitation elements, discussing its impact on the genre and its reception among audiences. Join us as we dissect the thrilling fight sequences, delve into the film's themes, and analyse the performances of the cast. Joining me today is the wandering ronin himself, Matthew Essary, a fellow connoisseur of the sleazier action movie. Matt's Twitter: @wheelscritic Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep57 - Universal Soldier (1992) with Ewan Paterson | 12 Mar 2024 | 01:43:23 | |
Joining me today we have returning guest Ewan Paterson of the We Love Dad Movies Podcast and a TV/Film content producer over at What Culture. He and I are going to be discussing the 1992 classic, Universal Soldier starring Jean-Claude Van Damme and Dolph Lundgren. Are you excited? Because we are! We Love Dad Movies: @WeLoveDadMovies Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep56 - New Police Story (2004) with Ramona Lee | 08 Jan 2024 | 01:43:16 | |
On todays episode we kick off 2024 with a discussion all about the Jackie Chan classic New Police Story with action enthusiast and published author Ramona Lee. Not only do we talk about the Hong Kong film but Ramona also explains how it was a massive inspiration for her novel Agent 00. Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep90 - A Conversation with Peter Shinkoda | 19 Dec 2025 | 02:26:08 | |
Today we sit down and spend a couple hours talking with Peter Shinkoda. Most recently starring opposite Scott Adkins in Prisoner of War, soon to be sharing the screen with Bob Odenkirk in Normal. Previously you could find him as Dai in Falling Skies, Sektor in Mortal Kombat Legacy and of course, Nobu in Netflix's Daredevil. You can also see him as Ben Takeda on Salvage Marines but we don't really talk about that one. We talk Prisoner of War, being directed by Louis. His experiences in the pandemic, the state of the industry, cultural differences of east and west, his very early work, perfecting accents and random bits in between. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep55 - The One (2001) with Matthew Essary | 29 Aug 2023 | 01:59:31 | |
Returning to talk about a true classic today we have Matthew Essary! Talking about the excellent 2001 Jet Li sci-fi flick "The One" which also happens to star another actor you may have heard of called Jason Statham. Jet pulls double duty here though, playing both the protagonist and antagonist of the film and given plenty of room to flex his acting muscles in the process. This is one you don't want to miss! Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep54 - Nightshooters (2018) with Trevor from Catching Up With Cinema | 04 Aug 2023 | 02:12:27 | |
Joining me today we have Trevor from the Catching Up With Cinema podcast to talk about the 2018 movie Nightshooters, starring Jean-Paul Ly and directed by Marc Price. A film crew witnesses a gangland hit while trying to get the final shots for there movie, now instead they have to fight for their lives to survive the night. Catching Up On Cinema: @CatchingCinema Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep53 - Accident Man Hitman's Holiday (2022) with Andy Gorham | 27 Jul 2023 | 01:50:24 | |
On this weeks episode we are joined once again by Andy Gorham to follow up on our original Accident Man episode to talk about the 2022 sequel Hitman's Holiday. Scott Adkins and Stu Small reunite on writing duties but this time the directors are the Kirby brothers taking over for Jesse V. Johnson. Andy's Twitter: @AndrewMGorham Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep52 - Exit (2019) with Ryan Estrada | 17 Jul 2023 | 01:38:35 | |
Joining me this week we have Ryan Estrada who is here to talk about a film he suggested from South Korea named Exit. Think Cliffhanger but in an urban setting and with loveable dorks instead of Stallone and Rooker. Ryan's Twitter: @ryanestrada Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep51 - Power Rangers Forever Red with Amit Bhaumik | 29 Jun 2023 | 01:35:58 | |
Today on the show we have the very definition of the term one off. Talking specifically about a 22 minute episode of Power Rangers, not something we are likely to repeat but this one is special. Forever Red was the 10th anniversary celebration of the show made during the final American made season of the show and the final show made during Saban's original ownership. Forever Red brings 10 Red Rangers, 1 from each of the previous seasons and teams them up to take down a previous villain in the form of the Machine Empire. This type of format has never been repeated and makes this episode stand out despite 30 years worth of stories to compare with. The episode was also directed by the legendary Koichi Sakamoto and features a lot of great action in the second half of the episode. Joining me today we have Amit Bhaumik who was at the time the head writer for the show and is the writer of this episode. We hear how he came up with the idea for the shows structure, some stories during production and also go off topic a little bit. You expect it at this point right? Amit's Twitter: @bhaumikamit Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep50 - John Wick (2014) with Ewan Patterson | 12 Jun 2023 | 01:36:44 | |
Welcome back to the show! Today we have the long awaited 50th episode and its on a film that changed the game! Yes it's 87 Eleven's John Wick! A film that honestly needs no introduction. Joining me to talk about this pivotal change in action cinema is Ewan Patterson, who you might know from the We Love Dad Movies Podcast, ScreenRant or WhatCulture! He sure does get around! Ewan's Twitter: @EwanRuinsThings Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep49 - Ong-Bak (2003) with Jeof Vita | 05 May 2023 | 01:29:51 | |
Today's episode on the show is about Ong-Bak: The Thai Warrior. The Tony Jaa classic that put him on the map in a big way and is celebrating it's 20th year anniversary here in 2023, time flies when you're having fun I'm told. Joining me today we have a very special guest today in the form of Jeof Vita the host of the Kung Fu Drive-In Podcast! A show I've been listening to for years, long before I thought about doing this or discovered many of my friends and former guests of this show. Kung Fu Drive-In Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kungfudriveinpodcast/ Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep48 - Cobra (1986) with Jessica Scott | 27 Apr 2023 | 01:36:06 | |
Today's episode is all about the 1986 Sylvester Stallone lead film Cobra. Crime is the disease, he's the cure! We are joined by first time guest but horror film extraordinaire and film critic Jessica Scott! This was a first time watch for Jessica and it's a great conversation about this action classic. Cobra has a really interesting backstory about how it came to be and was once considered extremely violent.=, oh how times have changed! Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers Once & Always | 22 Apr 2023 | 02:00:55 | |
It's time for a solo episode and a bonus episode all rolled into one! 2023 marks 30 years since the original teenagers with attitude first dawned the spandex clad suits and set out to save the world from evil space aliens! To commemorate that fact Hasbro and Netflix have given us Once and Always, a 55 minute special reunion, epilogue and potential setup for what's next for many of the characters that we last saw over 27 years ago. At the time of recording the MMPR special was number 3 on Netflix's US film charts and number 5 in the UK. Naturally only I could make a two hour episode from a 55 minute special where I'm just talking to myself... I hope you enjoy it regardless! Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep47 - A Conversation with Jean-Paul Ly | 17 Apr 2023 | 01:06:36 | |
Time for another "Conversation with" episode! Todays guest is none other than Jean-Paul Ly! Jean-Paul Ly is an award winning action actor based in London, from Chinese and Cambodian descent. He's also a critically acclaimed action designer, notably on Jailbreak (which won Best Action Feature at 2017 Fantasia Film Fest) and British action comedy feature Nightshooters (nominated at 2018 Raindance for Best UK Feature). We talk about both of these movies, his short film Speed Dating and a few things in between! Plus he gives us some info on a few projects you may be eagerly awaiting! Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep89 - American Ninja 2 (1987) with Angel G Brophy | 08 Dec 2025 | 02:05:19 | |
This week on Action Addicts, we’re diving head-first into one of the wildest, most gloriously unhinged entries in the Cannon Films canon: American Ninja 2: The Confrontation. Michael Dudikoff and Steve James return as Armstrong and Jackson, the coolest duo to ever punch their way through an island full of ninjas. We’re talking shadowy crime lords, genetically engineered super-ninjas, beach-bar brawls, shirtless heroics, and that unmistakable Cannon energy that feels like action movie comfort food. We unpack the film’s over-the-top plot, the unmatched chemistry between Dudikoff and James, the escalation from straightforward martial arts to full-on comic-book sci-fi madness, and why this sequel has become a cult favourite for fans who want their action bold, bonkers, and blissfully sincere. Expect talk of weapon-clashing set-pieces, 80s charm, and the simple joy of watching Jackson wipe the floor with entire rooms of bad guys. We also go incredibly off topic so bare with us... Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep46 - Power Rangers Unworthy with Aaron Vargas and Off The Cuff Gaming | 15 Apr 2023 | 02:14:49 | |
Joining us today we have Tom from Off The Cuff Gaming and That Hashtag Show alongside stuntman Aaron Vargas to discuss the fan made YouTube sensation that became the web series Power Rangers Unworthy. Originally starting off as a short film entrant for Power Morphicon's fan film contest this project continued on into a long running web show that is still continuing at the time of posting this episode. We break down both what we like about it and why we think this show has found success while many others have floundered. Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep45 - Road House (1989) with Patrick Bartlett | 29 Mar 2023 | 02:13:38 | |
Please welcome back Patrick Bartlett to the show! Joining me to talk about the 1989 cult classic Road House, starring Patrick Swayze, Kelly Lynch, Sam Elliott and Ben Gazzara. Pat and I both share our love for this film, how well its aged and how crazy good Swayze is as a non martial artist doing martial arts. Patrick's Twitter: @alleywaykrew Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep44 - Red Heat (1988) with Mike Fury | 13 Mar 2023 | 01:28:05 | |
Joining me today we have the former stuntman turned writer Mike Fury! Author of the fantastic Life of Action books. Mike and I had been talking about getting him on the podcast for a while when he suddenly realised that the Walter Hill directed Red Heat is celebrating it's 35th anniversary, the choice suddenly became obvious. Starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and James Belushi as mismatched cops from different nations forced to work together on the mean streets of Chicago. Mike's Twitter: @TheMikeFury Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| Ep43 - A Conversation with the Art School Drop Outs | 07 Mar 2023 | 01:50:02 | |
Welcome back to another "A Conversation With" style episode! This time we are talking with the amazing co-leads of The Art School Drop Outs! Independent film makers that carved out a space for themselves using the power of YouTube as well as being a part of the larger film and entertainment industry. Joey Min and Stephanie Pham give us the breakdown of what it takes to keep up this guerrilla approach to film production, what makes it different and why they do it. We also talk about the industry as a whole and discuss our thoughts on a few trends we've noticed throughout the years. Art School Drop Outs YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtSchoolDropouts Action Addicts Links: https://linktr.ee/actionaddicts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||