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    Reel It Back

    Grab the remote, heat up some popcorn and listen to ‘Reel it Back’ a movie podcast from the Walk-Ons Network. Join hosts Joe Khan, Paul Koterba and Mike Warwick as they revisit favorite films and what makes them great by breaking them down across a variety of topics.
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    Episodes (114)

    ‘Back to the Future III’: This is Heavy

    ‘Back to the Future III’: This is Heavy

    The guys make their third visit to Hill Valley and close out one of their favorite franchises of all time. They debate Back to the Future II vs Back to the Future III and the decision to go out to the old west. They discuss the deeper Doc Brown storyline and the consistent changing of the future in the series. They pick their favorite version of each character in the series and close out with a list of their top 5 ‘third’ film in franchises. 


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    ‘Back to the Future II’: Podcasts? Where we’re going, we need Podcasts

    ‘Back to the Future II’: Podcasts? Where we’re going, we need Podcasts

    It is time for the guys to re-visit one of their favorite trilogies and get back to…2015. The guys start with a common disagreement amongst them involving the second and third films and why the second film was such a favorite as a kid. They mention Joe’s Circuit City past, stores associated with movies and Mike has a deep dive into the automobile future. They praise the continuity and time travel aspects of the entire franchise and discuss how hot or not they like their beverages. Finally, they close with a list of their top 5 gadgets Back to the Future 2 depicted in 2015. 


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    ‘Ant-Man’: Thomas the Train or Tank Engine?

    ‘Ant-Man’: Thomas the Train or Tank Engine?

    ‘Ant-Man Quantumania’ has hit the theaters so the guys Reel It Back to the successful beginning. They begin by discussing the role of Ant-Man and why they feel Paul Rudd was a perfect choice. Paul and Mike attempt to bridge the gaps of Joe’s MCU knowledge and talk about Corey Stoll always being the bad guy. They applaud the performance of Michael Peña and Joe reveals an interesting cast connection. The guys close with a list of their top 5 Paul Rudd characters of all-time!

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    ‘The Florida Project’: Finding Hope

    ‘The Florida Project’: Finding Hope

    Joe is raring to go as he gets the movie he’s been rallying for. The guys begin discussing the Florida familiarities and how it gives that extra juice to viewers that know the area. They give great praise to director Sean Baker and laud the incredible performance of Willem Dafoe. They talk the rough real life circumstances for Halley and Mooney and debate how much they hate Halley in the film. They close with a definitive ranking of the Disney World theme parks. 

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    ‘Forrest Gump’: Going Home to GREENBOW, ALABAMA

    ‘Forrest Gump’: Going Home to GREENBOW, ALABAMA

    One of the podcasts favorite/best actors, Tom Hanks, takes center stage this week as they discuss the 1994 classic. They go over the performances of Tom Hanks, Robin Wright and Gary Sinise. They ask if this movie is a little overrated and get into the highly debated Jenny the villain conversation. They discuss the endless quotes this movie provides before closing with a list of their top 5 Tom Hanks performances/characters of all time!

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    ‘Good Will Hunting’: Go About a Pod

    ‘Good Will Hunting’: Go About a Pod

    A bunch of therapy sessions and multiple impeccable performances is what puts the Matt Damon and Ben Affleck written drama over the top. The guys discuss all the right notes that Robin Williams hits and why this is his best performance ever. They wonder if Ben Affleck or Matt Damon is smarter, have a debated most hated pick and choose which therapy session is their favorite. They close with The Recast on the films 25th Anniversary! How do you like them apples? 

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    ‘True Lies’: Equal Parts Sexy and Sleazy

    ‘True Lies’: Equal Parts Sexy and Sleazy

    Action, action, ACTION. The guys explode into this James Cameron action love story as they discuss Arnold Schwarzenegger's performance and why it stands above all of his other films. The guys give great praise to Jamie Lee Curtis and some major awards to Tom Arnold. Of course, Joe sings his affinity towards Bill Paxton and Paul has his “tank overflowing” of his suspension of disbelief. They close with the Recast as action heroes and comedy stalwarts collide. 

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    ‘Gangs of New York’: 75 Rounds or so it feels with Scorsese

    ‘Gangs of New York’: 75 Rounds or so it feels with Scorsese

    It’s to the Five Points as the guys battle and make their way through 1860’s New York. They discuss the reasons why this movie didn’t make it to “classic” level and fawn over an epic performance from Daniel Day-Lewis. They talk the shaky performance from Cameron Diaz and Joe gets out his editing brain as he attempts to cut down the lengthy run time. The Recast returns once again as they get some up and comers to star for the films 20th Anniversary! Whoopsy Daisy! 


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    ‘Avatar’: I’m Blue Da Ba Dee

    ‘Avatar’: I’m Blue Da Ba Dee

    The guys head into the wondrous world of Pandora and see if it lives up to the hype. They begin with the immaculate visuals, James Cameron’s extremely long planning process and a disagreement on the quality of the plot. They discuss 3D TVs, the expensive movie theatre ticket and ask the important question, is the banshee or Game of Thrones dragons better? Joe starts to obsess over the oldest movie he’s ever seen before the guys get into a ranking of their Top 3(or 5) James Cameron directed movies! 


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    ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’: Serving the Bread, Salt and Wine

    ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’: Serving the Bread, Salt and Wine

    It’s Christmas time in Bedford Falls and the guys are present in black and white. Joe begins with his affinity for the film and it gets a little heated when Mike asks “Is this really a Christmas movie?” They discuss the heart and soul within the movie, the convincing performance from Lionel Barrymore and an unanimous MVP selection. The Recast has returned to end the podcast and the guys have some great selections to re-do this film 76 years later…Hot-Dog! 


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    ‘Elf’: Shoving Beers in Leon

    ‘Elf’: Shoving Beers in Leon

    The guys ring in the Christmas season with one of the “newer” Christmas classics. They start with the performance of Will Ferrell and how the supporting roles made it a perfect fit. They discuss what could have been with Chevy Chase, Joe’s Howard Stern fandom while Mike attempts to fill out Joe’s perfect movie. The guys close with a list of the top 3, 4 or 5 depictions of the North Pole in film! 


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    ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’: Halloween for Grownups

    ‘Close Encounters of the Third Kind’: Halloween for Grownups

    With the 45th Anniversary on the horizon, the guys visit Muncie, Indiana and Devils Tower to discuss the mothership of alien movies. The guys discuss the feeling they get while watching the film and how their perspective has changed throughout the years. They talk Roy Neary’s questionable decision, the special effects that still stand up today and Paul’s problem with the mothership. They close with a ranking of their top 5 Steven Spielberg directed films of all-time! 


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    ‘Black Panther’: Where’s Wallace?

    ‘Black Panther’: Where’s Wallace?

    With the anticipated release of ‘Black Panther: Wakanda Forever’ the guys go back to the historic first film ‘Black Panther’. They discuss the success that the film had and how it succeeded outside of the “super-hero” genre. They discuss the amazing performances from Chadwick Boseman, Michael B. Jordan, Letitia Wright  and the entire cast. They close with a list of their top 5 most anticipated sequels of all-time! 


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    ‘Jaws’: Our Humble Aboat

    ‘Jaws’: Our Humble Aboat

    It’s the 100th Episode extravaganza!! The guys celebrate by revisiting their first ever episode and visit Amity Island once again. This time it’s a watch along! Fire up your streaming service, the good old DVD player or the dusty VHS and watch along with the guys as they talk all about Jaws and a boatload of other topics. During the movie you’ll hear a list of the guys top 5 movies that made them love movies and a list of their top 5 favorite movies of all-time!

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    ‘Halloween II’: A Return to Haddonfield

    ‘Halloween II’: A Return to Haddonfield

    It’s a return trip to Haddonfield to close out Halloween month. The guys discuss the amazing theme, the lack of Laurie Strode and the importance of Dr. Loomis. They talk about the higher level of gore and the possible reason for the films detractors. They close with a list of their top 5 movies in the ‘Halloween’ franchise. 

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    ‘Trick ‘r Treat’: Find Me Something Good to..Listen To

    ‘Trick ‘r Treat’: Find Me Something Good to..Listen To

    The guys ring in the Halloween season with what should be THE Halloween staple. Mike discusses his first ever watch and peppers Joe with questions. They discuss the many nods to other horror films and Joe goes over the ‘Rules of Halloween’. The guys continue the Halloween spirit with a list of the top 5 creepiest kids in cinema history! 

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    'Apollo 13': Houston, We Have a Podcast

    'Apollo 13': Houston, We Have a Podcast

    Mike, Paul and Joe close out the unplanned “Space Month” with one of the best space movies ever made. They begin with discussions on wanting to be an astronaut growing up, Joe’s love of Bill Paxton and the fascination with Kevin Bacon. They discuss Reel It Back’s favorite actor Tom Hanks and how he’s able to pull off an incredible performance as Jim Lovell. The guys close with a list of the top 5 Ron Howard films of all-time! Listeners, it’s been a privilege podcasting for you!  

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    ‘Signs’: Exactly What the Nerds Want

    ‘Signs’: Exactly What the Nerds Want

    The guys are being invaded this week as they take on the M. Night Shyamalan classic. They discuss the incredible casting of the Hess family and find the deeper meaning of the film. They talk tap water, aliens, and their favorite jump scare. They rave about the “Brazil home video” and the classic dinner scene before naming a unanimous MVP. They close this week with a list of top 5 Alien Invasion movies of all-time. Listen away, listeners. Listeners, listen away. 

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    ‘Armageddon’: Staying at the White Horse?

    ‘Armageddon’: Staying at the White Horse?

    The guys are attempting to save the world on an asteroid this week as they dive into another Michael Bay explosion. They begin by discussing the aura of ‘Armageddon’, what really stood out during its release and where it failed on the big screen. They go through the incredible cast of Bruce Willis, Billy Bob Thornton, Ben Affleck, Steve Buscemi, Owen Wilson and Michael Clarke Duncan. Paul reveals his issues with Liv Tyler and Joe revels in the amazing music throughout the film. The guys close this week with a ranking of the top 5 songs heavily associated with a movie of all-time! 

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