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The journey from discovering Eddie Murphy is different for every generation. For some, it was his raw stand-up comedy that broke barriers in the 80s. For others, it was his smooth-talking charm in films like Trading Places and Coming to America. But for millions of younger fans, Eddie Murphy is forever Donkey from Shrek - bringing his signature energy to an animated character that transcended the medium.

This episode dives deep into how Eddie Murphy's incredible versatility allowed him to connect with audiences across decades. Our guest Jasmine Adair shares her first experiences with Murphy's work and how she saw herself represented in his storytelling. We explore the cultural significance of movies like Boomerang - a revolutionary romantic comedy featuring an all-Black cast and workplace - something nearly unheard of in early 90s Hollywood. The conversation unpacks how Murphy faced criticism for transitioning to family-friendly films yet maintained his authentic voice throughout his evolution.

Perhaps most fascinating is our examination of how Murphy brought elements of Black cultural expression to mainstream animation through Donkey, ensuring that even in a fantasy world of ogres and dragons, Black voices and humor were represented. We discuss the unfair double standard applied to Black performers changing their style compared to their white counterparts - Bill Murray and Steve Martin can evolve without criticism, while Murphy's shifts were often questioned.

Whether you're a lifelong fan or discovering Murphy's brilliance for the first time, this conversation celebrates an entertainer who broke barriers, created opportunities for other Black performers, and built bridges between generations through the power of comedy. Join us for this joyful exploration of a true entertainment icon.

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The Murphy Monday Podcast celebrates Eddie Murphy's cinematic legacy by exploring the perennial question: what are your top five Eddie Murphy movies? Host Nigel A. Fullerton compiles diverse rankings from previous guests while sharing personal insights about how these lists evolve over time.

• Nigel's current top five: Nutty Professor, Harlem Nights, Life, Boomerang, and Dolemite Is My Name
• Guest lists feature surprising choices including Vampire in Brooklyn, Dr. Doolittle, and even Shrek
• Sterling Milan shares how Dolemite Is My Name became a profound personal inspiration at age 40
• Family members and industry professionals offer unique perspectives on Murphy's diverse filmography
• Coming to America and Beverly Hills Cop appear frequently, but guests often highlight lesser-known gems
• The episode demonstrates how no two fans share identical rankings, reflecting Murphy's versatile appeal

Next week's episode "Walking Talking Donkey" will finally cover Shrek with special guest Jasmine Adair, who explains why the animated classic resonates with her current life situation.

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What significance does Eddie Murphy's role in "Beverly Hills Cop" hold for the black community in the 1980s? Join our engaging conversation as we unpack the powerful historical context of Los Angeles, highlighting the racial barriers Murphy shattered. We explore his rise from the comedy stages of "Saturday Night Live" to the unforgettable moments in "Delirious," and how his groundbreaking work resonated with audiences nationwide during a volatile era for black communities.

John Fudge Rickenbacker joins the episode to celebrate Eddie Murphy's transformative influence on the film industry. We share insights from a recent Murphy interview that mirrors our discussion on his genre-defining roles in action-comedy and romantic-comedy films. Together, we reminisce about the iconic fish-out-of-water trope in "Beverly Hills Cop," discuss the excitement for the upcoming sequel, and reflect on Murphy's enduring legacy in Hollywood. 

From Murphy's unexpected rise to fame to his bold and unrestricted humor, we traverse the highs and lows of his illustrious career. We analyze the evolution of the "Beverly Hills Cop" series, touching on the shifts in tone and style across its sequels. Our conversation dives deep into Murphy's transition from comedy to drama, his lasting impact on modern cinema, and the challenges of maintaining success in Hollywood. Tune in for a mix of nostalgia, celebration, and keen insights into one of the most influential figures in entertainment.

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Can a single film redefine an entire genre? Join us as we dissect the cultural phenomenon that is "Boomerang" and its legendary star, Eddie Murphy. From the humor of Eddie's meticulous coordination and the memorable mushroom shirt scene to the groundbreaking portrayal of Black professionals, we revisit moments that made this film iconic. We'll also break down the unforgettable soundtrack featuring PM Dawn, Johnny Gill, and TLC, exploring how it added a rich layer to the film's lasting appeal.

We'll take a closer look at how "Boomerang" challenged stereotypes by placing an all-Black cast in a professional setting, tackling criticisms about the film's racial composition, and emphasizing the importance of these portrayals in media. Hear personal stories of how "Boomerang" influenced our lives and shaped our perspectives, making it a cult classic despite initial negative reviews. We'll explore its role in paving the way for future Black romantic comedies, shedding light on the importance of representation in Hollywood.

Finally, we'll reflect on the lasting impact of Eddie Murphy's character, Marcus, on our perceptions of gender roles and relationships. From Marcus's charm and ambition to the deeper lessons about love and vulnerability, this film left an indelible mark. We'll share our favorite scenes, memorable quotes, and how younger generations might view these classic moments differently today. Plus, celebrate Eddie Murphy's extensive filmography and his impactful portrayal in "Dolomite Is My Name." Don't miss this heartfelt tribute to a film that continues to resonate across generations.

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This episode contains SPOILERS. However, If you are like me, You don't care. You just want to know if the movie is good or not. Sit back, Relax & Listen as I review the movie "YOU PEOPLE" (2023)

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This is a bonus episode. Last week, we spoke about a show called BET's "Coming To The Stage". It was the start of my career and my guests (Steve Turner & John Rickenbacker Jr). John & Myself were part of a group called "DV Entertainment". It didn't feel right for us to have a "Coming To The Stage" episode and not invite the 3rd Member of "DV Entertainment".  So I asked my friend, Adrian Mercerdi, to be on The Aftershow. He gave us his perspective on the forementioned show; We share stories that we did not tell on the previous episode & he gives me his top 5 Eddie Murphy Movies

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This week, We have Comedian Steve Turner who is a very good friend of @Fudgedacomedian and Myself. He stopped by to promote his new comedy special "OFFEND EVERYBODY". We were about to talk about one of Eddie's big movies but we got sidetracked. We started reminiscing about a TV show that we all did together called "Coming To The Stage". A show that we all bombed on. This episode is hilarious. You get to hear the ins and outs about how it all went down. Steve's joke delivery and storytelling had us in stitches. Even though isn't episode isn't all about Eddie, we still managed to keep Will Smith's Wife's name out of our Muth@F#ckin mouth

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This episode was pretty informative. There aren't many actors that have been critiqued as harshly as Eddie Murphy. This episode is a compilation of what crittics thought of Eddie Murphy's most popular movies such as Boomerang, Harlem Nights, The Nutty Professor, Eddie Murphy RAW and Coming To America. This episode will provide what crittics thought in real time & provide context on the reception of movies that you and I both love. 

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Hey MMP Fans... This episode is very different from the others. I wanted to do an episode that highlights another actor's creative body of work. As I go through the archives of Eddie Murphy interviews, I came across a quote that read... "They were trying to make me the Female Eddie Murphy" (Whoopi Goldberg). I thought that was interesting because of what the beginning of her movie career looked like. I wanted to do my research on her, however, I realized that I didn't know that much about her & her movies. Because of this I went to a very reliable source of information... MY FINANCEE (Steph)! She is the biggest Whoopi Goldberg fan. In this episode we talk about what Whoopi's definitive movies are & Why her "Female Eddie Murphy" label didn't work. We pose the question "Do Whoopi Goldberg movies relate to black audiences?" and Why I think "The Color Purple" is the funniest movie of the 80s. All this plus a shoutout to Moms Mabley and more. Stay Tuned

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Returning to the podcast is our guest.. Darien Sills Evans (Abc's The Connors, CBS's East New York). We asked him to comeback to the podcast to give his unbiased opinion on some Eddie Murphy movies that he had never seen before. We talk about the awkward marketing of the movie "Holy Man"; Why I never did an official episode of "Holy Man"; Eddie's movies in the 90s; The insane plot of "Another 48hrs"; possibly getting Doug E Doug, Jeffrey Joseph (Google Him) or Kadeem Hardison on the podcast & Terrible but fun movies of the early 1990s. We drop names of different movies toward the  end. You might wanna google them as well ("Def By Temptation", "Heart Condition". "Hanging with The Homeboys"....etc)

Also Darien Sills Evans directed a movie that I highly recommend called "One Bedroom" (Amazon) 

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Hey People.. I partnered up with the LOUD and Nerdy Podcast (@Paulspratt & JohnWayne Colwell) to present to you the long awaited BEVERLY HILLS COP 2 episode. We talk about the reception of this movie, How BHC2 compares to BHC 1 & 3, Writers who won't critique Eddie Murphy movies as fairly as his contemporaries, What we hope a  BHC 4 Sequel would look like & much more. Word to (@droppingjewels) "F' Those Crittics”

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Special announcements, Top Fives, Why I was away for so long & I tell you what Next Week's episode is all about

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What makes an Eddie Murphy film truly great? Is it the unforgettable characters, the quotable one-liners, or something more profound? Author Mat Bradley Tschirgi joins us to explore these questions through the lens of his fascinating new book, "The Films of Eddie Murphy: An Unofficial Look at America's Favorite Comedian from 48 Hours to Beverly Hills Cop Axel F."

Mat takes us on a journey through Eddie Murphy's remarkable 40-year career, uncovering little-known facts and reshaping our understanding of Murphy's contributions to cinema. From discovering that Murphy was briefly in foster care as a child to learning he earned more for the forgotten flop "Best Defense" than for his iconic hits, this conversation is filled with revelations that even dedicated fans might not know.

The heart of our discussion centers around Mat's unique approach to categorizing Murphy's extensive filmography. Rather than chronological order, he groups films as "Franchise Gems," "Hidden Gems," "So-So Gems," and "Not-So Gems." This thoughtful classification sparks a lively debate about underappreciated works like "Distinguished Gentleman" and "Mr. Church," which Mat surprisingly includes in his personal top five Murphy films. We also examine why comedies age so differently than dramas and how context matters when revisiting films from earlier decades.

Whether you're a casual viewer who knows Murphy from family films like "Shrek" or a longtime fan who can quote every line from "Raw," this episode offers fresh perspectives on an American comedy icon whose career deserves deeper analysis. Mat's passion for Murphy's work shines through as he makes a compelling case for why we should look beyond box office numbers or critical consensus to appreciate the full breadth of this remarkable performer's legacy.

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Last week.. We discussed Season 6 of Saturday Night Live which was Eddie Murphy's debut on national television. It was a rocky season. SNL hired an all new cast that the crittics hated. This season resulted in the firing of the whole cast except Eddie Murphy and Joe Piscopo. I had mentioned that I would love to know more about that season. Luck would have it that one of the listeners of the podcast knew a writer from that season. That writer's name is FERRIS BUTLER (SNL 1980-1981). In this episode... We talk about how he came to be a writer on this infamous season; How Eddie Murphy got on the show; His relationship with Gilbert Gotfried & much more. Most importantly.. We find out about how he was the inspiration for "FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF".

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After a long Hiatus.. We're Back!!! This week's guest is Darin Patterson. He's an MMP Alum & 1/2 of The SNL Nerds Podcast. I brought him on the podcast to talk about Eddie Murphy's time on Saturday Night Live, How he saved the show & His impact on our culture. We also give props to Yvonne Hudson (SNL Season 6), Danitra Vance, & Washington Square Park legend... Charlie Barnett (DC Cab, Miami Vice). 

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It was an honor to have Anthony DiDomenico (Host of the podcast formerly known as "Weight Watcher Bros/ WWBros" which chronicled his weight loss journey). He got on this episode to talk about his new motivational podcast "Keep Moving Forward". Ironically, I booked him for the movie "Nutty Professor" which is a movie that we both relate to. We talked about how this movie was the official comeback for Eddie in the 90s. Was Eddie truly in a "Slump" in the 90s? Why doesn't Jada Pinkett Smith age? Nigel will read recent reviews of this movie from Rotten Tomatoes And... We will find out what Generation Z thinks about this movie from 1996. 

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Fresh from Episode 6 of Wu-Tang American Saga.. We have John Fudge Rickenbacker on the podcast today. We talk about his appearance on the Hulu show; Working with Mario Van Peebles; the movie METRO; Recent Eddie Murphy news & The Top 5 Worst Eddie Murphy Movies. 

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Back by Popular Demand... This movie has become somewhat of a cult classic. I felt that I needed to talk about this movie again. I asked Actress/Comedian Laneya Wiles & Brandon Collins (Drunk Black History) to help me with this. This was a fun episode.. As Brandon would say "Oooohhh Child". We talked about why people forget about Bowfinger; How Black Actors are viewed in movies; Why Eddie deserves an Oscar and Could Eddie Murphy kill on Def Comedy Jam? All this plus more.. I really enjoyed this episode. You will too

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This week... I have the Host of Comedy Vinyl Vibes & Founder of the Harlem Comedy Festival... Mr. Neruda Willliams.  He has a show that highlights vinyl comedy albums and what better way to incorporate what we both do than to do a podcast highlighting The Grammy Award Winning Album  "Eddie Murphy: Comedian" which is actually the audio version of "Delirious". We talk cultural references. Whether the material dated or not? Could Eddie Murphy do Def Comedy Jam? and as always... Neruda's Top 5 Eddie Murphy movies. We also talk about why I was nervous around Patrice O'neal and other revelations we learn in standup.

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Sometimes.. We have to revisit movies for a second opinion. In an earlier episode, We talked in depth about "SHOWTIME" with Jeremy Burnett. However, he wasn't really sold on the premise of the movie. This week I have special guest Truck Hudson (ABC's For Life, Luke Cage S2, & upcoming season of Power 'Book II'). He actually picked SHOWTIME because he feels that it is under appreciated. We also talk about about hanging out with Dave Chappelle; Being type casted in TV & Movies; The passing of Eddie Murphy's manager Richie Tienken (RIP) and why "SHOWTIME" made it on his TOP 5 Eddie Murphy movies of all time.

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This is a Best Of Episode of The Murphy Monday Podcast. If you have never listened to an episode or want to catch up on episodes you might have missed. This is the podcast for you. I talk about the behind the scenes antics of the podcast of with guests Jewel Singletary & John Fudge Rickenbacker Jr. We talk the creation of the pod; Why the pod was started; If I should continue and The Top 5 Most Downloaded episodes of the Podcast so far.

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This Week we have Ibrahim Khalif (from “The Ignant Negus” podcast) on the pod to talk about his new comedy album and the differences between “Coming To America” vs “Coming 2 America”. This episode is jam packed.. We talk about Ibrahim’s dislike for “Golden Child”; His love for “Boomrang”; Finding out that “That’s My Mama” is an actual tv show; The effects of watching “Coming To America” at 5yrs old and why “The Barber Shop Scene in “Coming To America” is the most iconic scene in Comedic Movies.. PERIOD!!! 
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Part 2 of The Delirious Episode... We jump right into this episode. Starting from where the previous episode ended. We talk about Eddie Murphy hosting the VMAs; How controversial this standup special was; Does it still hold up?; and why "Doctor Doolittle" is in Rob Santos' Top Five. 

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Eddie Murphy's Raw stands as a landmark comedy special that showcases a 27-year-old superstar at the height of his powers, wearing his iconic leather outfit at Madison Square Garden. The 1987 concert film combines brilliant impressions, storytelling, and controversial material that still resonates and provokes discussion decades later.

• Haji Outlaw shares his experience watching Raw at age 9 despite his mother's objections
• Raw vs. Delirious debate reveals how Raw captured Murphy at his fame peak
• Eddie Murphy's iconic leather outfit became untouchable for future comedians
• Discussion of how Raw initially received an X-rating requiring extensive negotiations
• Raw remains the 5th highest-grossing concert film of all time
• Examination of Eddie's crossover appeal and impact on Black cinema
• Critics like Roger Ebert had mixed reactions despite the special's massive success
• The scripted opening featuring Samuel L. Jackson and future stars was groundbreaking
• Eddie Murphy's impressions of Bill Cosby and Richard Pryor stand as comedy classics
• Murphy retired from stand-up shortly after Raw as his fame made it difficult to test material

Support Haji Outlaw's upcoming stand-up special "Spangled" and check out his music with Boldy James and the Cool Kids dropping this summer.

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Been on the road for the past couple of weeks..
Didn’t want to leave you hanging so here’s part 1 of a Jam Packed “Delirious” episode. I speak to Comedian Rob Santos. We talk about the business of Standup Comedy, The Legacy of Paul Mooney, and The importance of 1982’s “Delirious”

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Happy Murphy Monday!! This week on the podcast.. We talk to Jelani S. Jeffries!!
He is an actor, writer & director that has transitioned into music. We talk about his beginnings as a child actor on Sesame Street, SVU, Sopranos & his current project @weareurbansuburban !!! We also talk about how it was being a child actor; Auditions he missed out on; working with Dave Chappelle; His top 5 Eddie Murphy Movies.. and We read some @rottentomatoes ratings on movies that He Loves (example “I Spy”, “Haunted Mansion”, and “Boomerang”)
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Happy Mother's Day.. This special episode is featuring MY MOTHER! She is a Pastor at Christian Uprise Through Edification Ministries and an avid movie watcher. She is not the biggest Eddie Murphy fan. However, she does like some of his movies. We talk about her likes and dislikes of Eddie; Her list of Eddie Murphy movies; Why she loves the movie "Mr. Church" and she even gives us an encouraging word or two. Who needs a healing? Enjoy

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We’re back... This week we’re talking about “48 hrs” and the sequel “Another 48hrs”. My guests on this episode are Tim Saliani & Kevin Scott from “The Films On Tap” Podcast (Governor’s Comedy Club Network). I went on their podcast a couple weeks ago to defend Eddie Murphy’s career... Since then.. They have come back to being Eddie Murphy Fans!! We talk about their critique on “Coming 2 America”; How comfortable Eddie is in his 1st Movie; Who is Nick Nolte.. Great Actor or Just someone in a privileged position; Racial Undertones of the movie... And.. Where is the plot of “Another 48hrs”. This was a very fun episode. Enjoy

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This week.. I had a really big guest scheduled. THEY CANCELED!! So instead.. I have a mini episode of a conversation I had with comedian Vernon Payne of “The Broken Mic” podcast. We had a conversation about what it means to be a Crossover comedian. We talk briefly about a Eddie but we mostly talk about Bernie Mac, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock & Robin Harris. Enjoy!! Also checkout my episode of “The Broken Mic” podcast available  on Spotify. 

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This week.. I had the pleasure of speaking to the lead bassist for the 80s rock group "Twisted Sister".. Mark "The Animal" Mendoza.  We have been talking behind the scenes for awhile about getting him on the podcast. He is a big fan of standup comedy. He's seen Red Foxx in Vegas, Richard Pryor in concert and a very young Eddie Murphy at The Comic Strip. He tells us stories about being in the Pee Wee Herman movie; Playing Bass for Stevie Wonder at a show; Meeting Eddie Murphy on the set of Beverly Hills Cop 2 and (as always) his top 5 Eddie Murphy movies.

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This week we have Comedian Mike Celona (Amazon) coming by to promote his new comedy prank call album & talk about the movie “Nutty Professor 2”. We get nostalgic and talk about our love of The Nutty Professor. We question whether this was a disappointing sequel or a movie that was misjudged at the time. Mike also explains to me why Beverly Hills Cop 3 is on his Top 5 Eddie Murphy Movie list. (Recorded Before the release of Coming 2 America) 

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This week.. We’re talking about the Eddie Murphy Self Titled Stand Up Comedy album released in 1982. My guest this week is from the “So Shameless” & “Hard Or Soft” podcasts. 2 of the most successful Urban podcasts out there. We talk about Eddie Murphy’s impact on the black community; Eddie Murphy vs Kevin Hart; Who had a steeper decline Eddie or Wesley; The Eddie Murphy Self Titled Album(1982); More thoughts on Coming 2 America and why @Tahoe_TV misses Eddie Murphy. All this plus more. This episode is for the culture. 

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This is an amazing episode with the social scientist himself.. Comedian Dave Lester. Dave gives us his Black comedy Mount Rushmore of Standup Comedians. He gives us his unique take on how we consume entertainment. He gives his take on the movie "Coming 2 America" and We try to figure out the general consensus of how the movie is viewed. You don't want to miss this one.

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The reviews for Coming 2 ?America are in. Nigel calls a couple of his friends to get live reactions of the movie. In this episode, Nigel will let you know what the movie for next week's episode will be

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The Best Of The Murphy Monday Podcast. The Top 5 most-downloaded-episodes .  Let's celebrate these past 4 years. Thank you for listening.

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After the premiere of "Coming 2 America"... John "Fudge" Rickenbacker and I sat down with Comedian Rodney  Perry (Madea's Big Happy Family, Coming 2 America) to talk about his extraordinary standup career. This man is a LEGEND. He 's worked with just about every King & Queen of comedy. Plus he has the stories to back it up. He tells us about his experience on the set of "Coming 2 America" and what it feels like to know that Eddie Murphy knows his name. This is a dope episode that includes a history lesson about Black Comedy! Following the interview, John and I give our thoughts about "Coming 2 America" in a very short "non-spoiler" review.

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On the eve of the Premiere of "Coming 2 America"... I got the opportunity to speak to Clint Smith (Former VP of Eddie Murphy Productions). In this brief interview, we talk about his friendship with Eddie Murphy, His scene in the movie "Trading Places" and his famous catch phrase from "Coming to America".... "That Boy Good".  He drops a couple gems in this one. You don't want to miss.

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Here's a preview of the season premiere of THE MURPHY MONDAY PODCAST. I spoke to Clint Smith from "Coming To America" and "Coming 2 America". He's known for his catchphrase "That Boy Good" and "You Lyin', You ain't never met Dr. Martin Luther The King". Here is a snippet of our interview and he gave us a plug/drop. Get ready for the full episode coming soon

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As we approach Season 2 of the Murphy Monday Podcast... I teamed up with Bryan Connolly if  “The World Is Wrong” podcast for a Crossover Episode to talk about why the world is wrong about the movies “Meet Dave”, “Beverly Hills Cop 3” and the actual movie we came to talk about “I-Spy”! The 2002 movie that teams Eddie Murphy with Owen Wilson.  Bryan is also a Super Fan of Adam Sandler.. which I attempt to try to understand. I ask him his top 5 Eddie Murphy movies as well as Adam Sandler movies. There’s no secrets in these grits. 

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In this episode.. We talked about everyone's favorite movie "Dolemite is My Name". A movie I have spoken about before but not from the same perspective as my guest Nicky Sunshine (FYI, SNL, 108 Soul radio station). We also talked about diversity in improv at the Upright Citizens Brigade. We discussed Coming 2 America (Sequel); Eddie and Bill Cosby's relationship, Comedians and their egos and what it's like to be "Married And Funny". This is a very special episode. Nicky is dropping jewels in this one. I even find out her real name

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This week’s episode is about the movie “Showtime”. A 2002 comedy about 2 cops (who do not like each other) partner up to take down criminals while shooting a reality show. One hates cameras while the other one loves the spotlight. To help me with this.. I have asked actor Jeremy Burnett (Blue Bloods, Elementary, Jessica Jones) to be a guest on the podcast. We talked about what it’s like to be typecast as a police officer; Navigating the Hollywood Shuffle; and Acting experiences with Donny Wahlberg. You wouldn’t want to miss this 

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This week on THE MURPHY MONDAY PODCAST!!! We’re talking about Disney’s The Haunted Mansion movie. This is a movie that was inspired by an Amusement park ride. Because of this I’ve asked the hosts (@itsmeadriane &  Ryan Bieber) of “The Dark Ride” Podcast (@drunkdistory) to help me with this. They specialize in Disneyworld folklore & have fun drinking while doing it. We talk the Origins of the ride vs The Movie, Least Favorite Eddie Murphy movies & why “Pluto Nash” almost made Ryan’s Top 5 Eddie Murphy movie list.

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We're talking about "Trading Places" again!!! This time it's all about the money. I am confused about how Billy Ray & Winthorpe put the "Dukes" in the poor house at the end of the movie. Because of this, I asked Brian K Wagner (Host of Business Blast Radio) to explain this to me. He specializes in trying to mix Business with Comedy, Is currently promoting his Children's book("Storytellers: Adventures in the Storybook Empire" available on Amazon) and is a Huge Eddie Murphy fan. He even watched some Eddie movies that he has never seen before in preparation for this podcast. We talk about Richard Pryor & Eddie Murphy's relationship; How much money did Billy Ray & His crew walk away with after Trading Stocks; Why Brian likes to Party all the Time and A review of the movie "Meet Dave" from his 10 year old son. All this and more 

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In The 20th Episode of The Murphy Monday Podcast, John "Fudge" Rickenbaker is back on the podcast. When we get together.. LAWD HAVE MURPHY! We talk about our time working in an amusement park; Why Beverly Hills Cop 3 isn't like the other movies and We go in detail about the beef between Eddie Murphy and John Landis. 

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Happy New Year!! This week I talk to Comedian Camille Theobald (SL,UT Housewives Podcast)We talk about her love for the movie "Doctor Dolittle"; the difference between sketch and improv; what is a "Karen" and why her "Karen" videos are so popular on TikTok and if she has ever seen the movie "ROOTS". All this plus her Top 5 Eddie Murphy Movies.

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Was Eddie Murphy’s participation in "Best Defense" a career misstep or a necessary detour? Join us as we unravel the fascinating story of the 1984 film "Best Defense," starring Eddie Murphy and Dudley Moore, notorious for being one of the worst movies ever made. We take you through Eddie Murphy’s journey, from his initial hesitation, motivated solely by a hefty paycheck, to his profound regret post the film's disastrous reception. Along the way, we share our own struggle to track down this cinematic enigma, culminating in an eye-opening viewing experience on Showtime that validated all the critical disdain.

In this episode, we contrast the chaotic wartime narrative and comedic interludes that feature Murphy, despite his limited screen presence, as the film's saving grace. We also explore Dudley Moore’s career trajectory, from the heights of "10" and "Arthur" to the lows of "Best Defense." The conversation delves into the bogus marketing strategies that misleadingly spotlighted Murphy, leveraging his rising fame and inadvertently paving the way for his breakout role in "Beverly Hills Cop." This episode is a testament to the industry's knack for misallocating talent and the frustration that ensues when star power fails to salvage a fundamentally flawed film. Tune in to hear our candid take on a cautionary tale of missed potential and erroneous marketing gambits.

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Had some technical difficulties this week. However, I didn’t want to leave the listeners of this podcast without a new Episode. This was recorded a couple months ago and was never released. This is the “NORBIT” episode featuring special guest Venessa V. Lince!! We had some fun reminiscing over this problematic but hilarious film. I also found out why “Mulan” is in her top 5 Eddie Murphy Movies. 

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Merry New Year.. This is Part 1 of the Trading Places episode. I recorded this episode with Comedian Jim Search aka "The Podfather" who is known in these streets for having 7-8 of the dopest podcasts known on earth.  We talked about this classic movie in detail from the perspective of Billy Ray Valentine...Capricorn. We also talked about the inauthentic use of "jive turkey" & "sucker" being written for african american actors back then; How fast Louis Winthrope III's life crumbled after a day of trading places with Billy Ray Valentine; And we questioned the racial undertones of this hilarious movies. Did it age well?? Do you throw the baby out with the bathwater because of dated material? Can you separate art from artist? All this in the Christmas Episode of The Murphy Monday Podcast plus The Return Of Trivia

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This episode was recorded at the inception of this podcast. I recorded episodes back to back and never got a chance to put this episode out. This week's guest is Comedian Johnny MacDonald. I made him watch the movie "A Thousand Words". This movie isn't particularly a funny movie but it does have heart. It's also a movie that made me change the way I view Eddie's body of work. I judge him based off his performance and not particularly the movie. Also.. In this Episode.. I get to the bottom of the rumor that Johnny is related to Eddie Murphy. Do they both have Aunts named "Bunny"?? Find out in this lost episode.

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This week's guest is the Jewell Singletary (Content Creator/Founder of Gratitude Griot LLC).. She dropped in to talk about her love of the 1999 cult tv show "The PJ's". This is a stop motion animation show that ran from 1999-2001. It follows the lives of the occupants of an inner city housing project ran by a cantankerous "Super" voiced by Eddie Murphy.  I talked to her about the cultural relevance of a show like this; Her favorite episodes and questioned if a show like this re-enforced bad stereotypes. Because of her background as a Holistic Wellness Instructor.. I asked her to watch the movie "Holy Man" and give me her honest opinion of it. We debated whether this is considered to be a Eddie Murphy movie or a Jeff Goldblum movie. She is also a big fan of this podcast. She gave us her perspective on the movie "Boomerang"; Her love/hate relationship with the movie "Mr Church" and most importantly.. Her TOP 5 Eddie Murphy Movies!! 

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