In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, host TMac interviews Kade Reynolds, a punter for the Duke Blue Devils and a Pro Kick Australia alum. They discuss Kade's journey from the Gold Coast to Duke University, his experiences in American football, and the challenges and triumphs of being a student-athlete. Kade shares insights on …

This week we have surprised the Aussie with a Scottish slang word quiz following on from our previous podcast on Trainspotting. Words like "boggin". "numpty", "haver" and "messages". We spell it and put it in a sentence. The Scotsman bursts into song at every given opportunity and Cassie shines. And please, stick around to hear the Aussie do a Scot…

This week we review the 1996 British black comedy drama film Trainspotting directed by Danny Boyle, and starring Ewan McGregor, Ewen Bremner, Jonny Lee Miller, Kevin McKidd, Robert Carlyle and Kelly Macdonald in her film debut. Based on the 1993 novel by Irvine Welsh, the film follows a group of heroin addicts in an economically depressed area of E…

This week we review the 2006 American epic crime thriller film The Departed directed by Martin Scorsese. It is both a remake of the 2002 Hong Kong film Infernal Affairs and also loosely based on the real-life Boston Winter Hill Gang; the character Colin Sullivan is based on the corrupt FBI agent John Connolly, while the character Frank Costello is …

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, the boys discuss the latest NFL games, focusing on the Texans' impressive performance against the Cowboys, the struggles of New York teams like the Jets and Giants, and the playoff chances for the Bengals. They also analyze quarterback changes in the league and preview upcoming matchups, em…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday podcast, the boys discuss the latest NFL games, including the Eagles' critical win against the Commanders, the Steelers' impressive victory over the Ravens, and the Bills' thrilling matchup against the Chiefs. They also delve into the Lions' dominance this season, the Packers' narrow win, and the rookie QB pe…

This week we review the 1999 American fantasy crime drama film The Green Mile written and directed by Frank Darabont and based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Stephen King. It stars Tom Hanks as a death row prison guard during the Great Depression who witnesses supernatural events following the arrival of an enigmatic convict (Michael Clarke …

This week we review the 2004 American romantic drama film The Notebook directed by Nick Cassavetes, based on the 1996 novel of the same name by Nicholas Sparks. The film stars Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams as a young couple who fall in love in the 1940s. Their story is read from a notebook in the present day by an elderly man, telling the tale to…

This week we discuss the 1997 American drama film Good Will Hunting directed by Gus Van Sant and written by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. The movie stars Affleck and Damon as well as Robin Williams, Stellan Skarsgard, Minnie Driver, Casey Afflect and Cole Hauser. The film tells the story of janitor Will Hunting (Matt Damon), whose mathematical genius…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb, along with guest Charlie Pickering, discuss the latest happenings in the NFL and CFL. They cover the CFL Grey Cup, recap recent NFL games, analyze coaching changes, and preview key matchups, including the highly anticipated Bills vs. Chiefs game. The conversation …

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest NFL games, focusing on thrilling matchups, player performances, and the impact of injuries on team dynamics. They recap a classic Thursday night game, analyze surprising upsets, and delve into the competitive landscapes of various divisions, part…

This week we discuss 1999 American sports drama film Any Given Sunday directed by Oliver Stone depicting a professional American football team. The film stars an incredible ensemble cast including Al Pacino, Cameron Diaz, Dennis Quaid, Jamie Foxx, James Woods, LL Cool J, Ann Margaret, Lauren Holly, Matthew Modine, John C McGinley and Charlton Hesto…

This week we review the 1987 American supernatural black comedy horror film The Lost Boys directed by Joel Schumacher. The film's ensemble cast includes Corey Feldman, Jami Gertz, Corey Haim, Edward Herrmann, Barnard Hughes, Jason Patric, Kiefer Sutherland, and Dianne Wiest. The film follows two teenage brothers (Corey Feldman and Corey Haim) who m…

This week we are reviewing the 2019 South Korean black comedy thriller film Parasite directed by 3 time oscar winning director Bong Joon Ho. Not one for subtitled movies the Aussie was very surprised by how much he enjoyed this. The Scotsman stuffs up the plot explanation multiple times and the Aussie does not let him off "high level" he says This …

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the current NFL season, highlighting the excitement of the games, the impact of recent trades, coaching changes, and player injuries. They also provide insights into upcoming matchups and betting strategies, emphasizing the unpredictability of the league an…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, TMac, Danny and Charlie discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, including a recap of the flag football event, analysis of key games such as the Jets vs. Texans and Bills vs. Dolphins, and a look at the performances of standout players like Lamar Jackson and Derek Henry. They also delve in…

This week we review the 2016 American period drama film Fences directed by Denzel Washington. It stars Washington and Viola Davis (who won best supporting actress) in the main roles. It follows a working-class African-American father who tries to raise his family in the 1950s, while coming to terms with the events of his life. If you love good qual…

This week we review the 1997 American epic romantic disaster film directed and written by James Cameron. It is based on the account of the sinking of RMS Titanic in 1912 and stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet as members of different social classes who fall in love during the ship's maiden voyage. Finally, some class comes to the podcast with …

This week we review the 1985 American indie teen coming-of-age comedy-drama film The Breakfast Club written, produced, and directed by John Hughes. It stars Emilio Estevez, Paul Gleason, Anthony Michael Hall, Judd Nelson, Molly Ringwald, and Ally Sheedy. The film tells the story of five teenagers from different high school cliques who serve a Satur…

In this episode, the hosts TMac and Danny discuss various NFL games, betting strategies, player performances, and mid-season awards predictions. They analyze the recent Steelers vs. Giants game, share insights on betting outcomes, and delve into player statistics and potential MVP candidates. Additionally, they cover trade news and the impact on Au…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the thrilling highlights from the latest NFL week, including close games, upsets, and standout performances. They delve into betting strategies, team dynamics, and the implications for playoff races, while also previewing upcoming matchups and sharing insig…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, including game recaps, player injuries, trades, and predictions for upcoming games. They delve into the Rams' victory over the Vikings, the impact of injuries on teams like the Buccaneers and Browns, and the significance of…

This week we review the 2013 American thriller film Prisoners directed by Denis Villeneuve. The movie stars Hugh Jackman, Jake Gyllenhall, Viola Davis, Paul Dano and Terrence Howard. It's a simple premise. You child is kidnapped. What would you do to get them back? This is a vigorous podcast. The boys are feisty. Tensions are at an all time high. W…

This week we review the 2004 American sports drama film Million Dollar Baby directed by and starring Clint Eastwood. Winner of 4 Oscars - best picture, best director, best actress (Hilary Swank) and best supporting actor (for Morgan Freeman), the film follows Margaret "Maggie" Fitzgerald (Swank), an underdog amateur boxer who is helped by a grumpy …

This week we review the 2017 American psychological horror film Get Out written, co-produced, and directed by Jordan Peele in his directorial debut. It stars Daniel Kaluuya as a young black man who uncovers shocking secrets when he meets the family of his white girlfriend. We are delighted to have the Scotsman's eldest son Max making his debut on t…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the current NFL season, highlighting the close games, standout player performances, and the impact of injuries on team dynamics. They analyze the Chiefs' dominance and speculate on their potential undefeated streak, while also previewing upcoming matchups a…

This week we review a 1975 American psychological drama film One Flew over the Cuckoo's Nest. The film stars Jack Nicholson as a new patient at a mental institution, alongside Louise Fletcher as a sadistic nurse with a great supporting cast. Winner of all 5 Academy Awards it was nominated for including Oscars for Nicholson and Fletcher this is an a…

This week we review the 2019 American biographical film Richard Jewell directed by Clint Eastwood. We promise you - this is the movie you didn't know you had to see. If you have time try and watch before you listen to this podcast. It is one of our favourite movies and reviews of all time - an incredible injustice story. It had us angry, it has us …

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts Danny Webb and TMac discuss the recent NFL games, focusing on the Bills' victory over the Jets. They analyze key performances, including Aaron Rodgers' game and the impact of recent trades, particularly Davante Adams to the Jets and Amari Cooper to the Bills. The conversation also tou…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest NFL games, focusing on standout performances, injuries, and playoff implications. They analyze the San Francisco 49ers' return to form, the Detroit Lions' impressive win overshadowed by a significant injury, and the struggles of the Dallas Cowboy…

This week we discuss the 2013 American biographical black comedy film The Wolf of Wall Street directed by Martin Scorsese. The story is based on Jordan Belfort's 2007 memoir of the same name. It recounts Belfort's career as a stockbroker in New York City and how his firm, Stratton Oakmont, engaged in rampant corruption and fraud on Wall Street, lea…

This week we review the 2023 fantasy comedy film Barbie directed by Greta Gerwig. It is the first live-action Barbie film and it stars Margot Robbie as the title character and Ryan Gosling as Ken, the film follows them on a journey of self-discovery through Barbieland and the real world following an existential crisis. It is also a commentary regar…

This week we review the 2019 American drama film Marriage Story written and directed by Noah Baumbach. It stars Scarlett Johansson and Adam Driver as a couple going through a bi-coastal divorce complicated by custody issues surrounding their son. Laura Dern, Alan Alda, Ray Liotta, Julie Hagerty, and Merritt Wever appear in supporting roles. Neither…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest NFL games, including a recap of the Chiefs vs. Saints matchup. They delve into the surprising firing of Jets coach Saleh and highlight the impressive performance of rookie Jayden Daniels. The hosts also share their power rankings, preview upcomin…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the highlights and standout performances from Week 5 of the NFL season. They analyze surprising upsets, concerns for struggling teams, and the current division standings. The conversation also touches on trade talks, player movements, and the impact of inju…

This week we discuss the 2008 movie Taken starring Liam Neeson and Maggie Grace. Rohan had not seen this one but both boys love it. So much so they recreate the famous "I don't know who you are" monologue. Who does it better? Let's be honest The Aussie butchers it- the Scotsman is mildly better. We discuss parenting along the way - and ask how old …

This week we review the 2012 French action-thriller film Taken 2 starring Liam Neeson, Maggie Grace, Famke Janssen and Rade Šerbedžija. It follows retired CIA officer Bryan Mills as he takes his family to Istanbul, where he is kidnapped, along with his ex-wife, by the father of one of the men he killed while saving his daughter two years earlier. I…

This week we review the 2014 English-language action-thriller film Taken 3 directed by Olivier Megaton and written by Luc Besson and Robert Mark Kamen. It is the third and final installment in the Taken film series. A co-production between France, Spain and the United States, the film stars Liam Neeson, Forest Whitaker, Maggie Grace and Famke Janss…

This week we review and compare the original 1989 Patrick Swayze, American action film Roadhouse directed by Joel Silver and the 2024 remake with Jake Gyllenhaall and Conor McGregor. The Aussie had not seen either of them and the Scotsman interrupts his intro and accuses him of chat GPT-ing his words. It's an up and down ride from there - lots of b…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, including a recap of the Monday night games, injury updates, and trade talks surrounding Davante Adams. They also delve into predictions for upcoming games and share their betting insights for the week. Subscribe for all ou…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest happenings in the NFL, focusing on standout performances, injuries, and team dynamics. They analyze King Henry's impressive game, the impact of injuries on various teams, and the performance of quarterbacks like Aaron Rodgers and Deshaun Watson. …

This week we review the 1982 American action film Rambo directed by Ted Kotcheff and co-written by and starring Sylvester Stallone as Vietnam War veteran John Rambo. It co-stars Richard Crenna as Rambo's mentor Sam Trautman and Brian Dennehy as Sheriff Will Teasle. Rambo is a troubled and misunderstood Vietnam veteran who must rely on his combat an…

This week we discuss the 2005 American biographical sports drama film Coach Carter starring Samuel L Jackson and Channing Tatum (in his film debut). This is a 98.5% accurate representation of basketball coach Ken Carter who made deadlines in 1999 for suspending his undefeated high school basketball team due to poor academic results. This is not a p…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest developments in the NFL, including the Buffalo Bills' potential as Super Bowl contenders, the struggles of the Jacksonville Jaguars, and the breakout performance of rookie Jayden Daniels. They also delve into Travis Kelce's future, the surprising…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the highlights and lowlights of Week 3 in the NFL. They analyze key performances, surprising wins, and the impact of quarterback changes on team dynamics. The conversation also covers the struggles of teams like the Dolphins and the Cowboys, as well as the …

This week we discuss the 1995 epic historical movie Braveheart directed by Mel Gibson. It stars Mel Gibson as William Wallace with a great supporting cast. As you can imagine the Scotsman is in his element. He is fired up. Riffing monologues. Telling stories about Glasgow and how he ended up in Australia. There's goosebumps and tingles galore as th…

This week we review the 2000 American biographical legal drama film Erin Brockovich directed by Steven Soderbergh. The film is a dramatisation of the true story of Erin Brockovich, portrayed by Julia Roberts, who initiated a legal case against the Pacific Gas and Electric Company over its culpability for the Hinkley groundwater contamination incide…

In this episode, TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest developments in the NFL as they preview Week 3. They analyze key matchups, including the Texans vs. Vikings and Ravens vs. Cowboys, while also addressing injury updates and potential trades. The conversation covers the implications of player absences, particularly for the Rams and 49ers, and t…

In this episode of the Any Given Sunday Australia podcast, hosts TMac and Danny Webb discuss the latest NFL games, highlighting surprising upsets, standout performances, and injury updates. They delve into the Vikings' shocking win over the 49ers, the Saints' dominance against the Cowboys, and the Packers' close call against the Colts. The duo also…

This week we discuss the 2013 biographical drama film 12 Years a Slave directed by Steve McQueen and starring Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender, Benedict Cumberbatch, Paul Dano, Paul Giammatti, Lupita Nyongó and many others. With 9 Oscar nominations this is a must watch true story. An incredibly important story about inhumanity, injustice, survi…