On the last day of school in 1976, Texas teens dive into a night of hazing, partying, and chasing the perfect summer kickoff. Freshman Mitch Kramer dodges relentless seniors, while laid-back quarterback Randall "Pink" Floyd resists his coach’s demands. As the night spirals into cruising, keg stands, and stoned epiphanies, they realize growing up is just a wild, winding trip.

Craig, Elisabeth and guest Rob Ervin talk about corporal punishment in schools, creepy older dudes, their own high school experiences and the movie’ Dazed and Confused” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

• 1:16

  Craig, Elisabeth and Rob talk about their different high school experiences or the lack thereof.

• 10:26

  Craig, Elisabeth and Rob discuss "Dazed and Confused"

• 38:20

  Recasting (Not really)

• 39:14

  Double Feature

• 42:36

  Final Thoughts

• 49:02

  A preview of next week's episode "The Northman"

Next week, we're revel in the cold with a trip with "The Northman"

A tough trucker with a pet orangutan Clyde, Philo Beddoe moonlights as a bare knuckle fighter, with his close friend Orville Boggs setting up matches for him. When Philo begins dating country singer Lynn Halsey-Taylor and she abruptly disappears, he goes off in search of her, his simian companion and Orville in tow. On their cross-country trek, Philo and friends repeatedly clash with bikers and rogue cops leading up to a violent showdown.

Craig and Elisabeth talk about exotic animal ownership, Colorado film locations, Deep Cuts the Game and the film “Every Which Way But Loose” on this week’s Matinee Heroes!

Show Notes

• 1:14

  Craig and Elisabeth talk about their recent appearance on Deep Cuts: The Game. Go listen to their episode!

• 9:13

  Craig and Elisabeth discuss "Every Which Way But Loose"

• 58:50

  Recasting

• 1:19:52

  Double Feature

• 1:22:12

  Final Thoughts

• 1:28:32

  A preview of next week's episode "Dazed and Confused"

Next week, we're celebrating episode 420 in style with "Dazed and Confused"

Dive into the world of Twin Peaks with this March 2020 panel from the Fayetteville Comic Show featuring cast members Sheryl Lee, Dana Ashbrook, Eric Da Re, and more. From behind-the-scenes anecdotes to heartfelt fan stories, this discussion is packed with humor, nostalgia, and the enduring magic of Twin Peaks.

• Behind-the-Scenes Secrets: Cheryl Lee reflects on her transformation from "the dead girl" to an iconic character, while Dana Ashbrook talks about Bobby Briggs' redemption arc in Season 3.
• David Lynch Stories: Hear cast members share their impressions of David Lynch’s unique directing style and iconic quotes.
• Cultural Legacy: Discover how Twin Peaks continues to resonate with fans and shape popular culture decades later.
• Musical Moments: Rebecca Del Rio recounts how her song No Stars became part of the show’s soundtrack.

“David Lynch told me, ‘Whatever you want it to mean.’ That’s Twin Peaks in a nutshell.” – Sheryl Lee

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