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    The Film Pub

    Our favorite genre movies, with a nostalgic twist. Hosts Jack Kotal and Donovan McGuire discuss a different movie each episode, while sharing a drink from or inspired by that movie.
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    Episodes (86)

    Ep. 85: Despicable Me & Minion Shots

    Ep. 85: Despicable Me & Minion Shots

    This episode we discuss the original film of a major animated franchise, Despicable Me (2010). We talk about the major impact that minions had in the 2010s, what we would steal to beat the moon, and our past trauma from playing carnival games. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Minion Shots

    • Ingredients: 99 Banana Liqueur and Pineapple Juice
    • Steps: 
    1. Mix equal parts of both ingredients in a shot glass
    2. Enjoy!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usMarch 07, 2024

    Ep. 84: Insidious & Red Door Shots

    Ep. 84: Insidious & Red Door Shots

    This episode we discuss another classic horror film, Insidious (2010). We talk about who the scariest demon is, the insane catalogue of James Wan, and we discuss how to lucid dream. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe: Red Door Shots

    • Ingredients: Fireball Whiskey, Grenadine
    • Steps: 
    1. Mix a shot of fireball with a splash of grenadine
    2. Enjoy!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usFebruary 14, 2024

    Ep. 83: Kingsman & Gentlemen Martinis

    Ep. 83: Kingsman & Gentlemen Martinis

    This episode we discuss a fun satire of the traditional spy movie, Kingsman: The Secret Service (2014). We talk about the amazing soundtrack, whether we would rather be a Kingsman or a 007 agent, and how to do a Michael Caine impression. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Gentlemen Martinis

    • Ingredients: Gin, Vermouth, olives
    • Steps: 
    1. Stirred, not shaken
    2. Enjoy!

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    en-usFebruary 07, 2024

    Ep. 82: A Star Is Born & Tequila on the Rocks

    Ep. 82: A Star Is Born & Tequila on the Rocks

    This episode we discuss an amazing drama, A Star Is Born (2017). We talk about the insane soundtrack, Bradley Cooper's transformation, and Jack shares a very hot take. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Tequila on the Rocks

    • Ingredients: Your choice of tequila, ice, and lime

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    en-usJanuary 24, 2024

    Ep. 81: Animal House & Cheap Beer

    Ep. 81: Animal House & Cheap Beer

    This episode we discuss an essential college fraternity classic, Animal House (1978). We talk about if this movie set our college expectations, our favorite college parties, and the worst house experiences we've had. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe / Drink: Cheap Beer
    1. Grab your cheap beer of choice that you enjoyed in college (we chose Natty Light)

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    en-usJanuary 12, 2024

    Ep. 80: Molly's Game & Royal Flushes

    Ep. 80: Molly's Game & Royal Flushes

    This episode we discuss an insane true story and deep dive into the poker underworld, Molly's Game (2017). We talk about the minds of degenerate gamblers, our lack of poker skills, and our thoughts on Aaron Sorkin's writing. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Royal Flushes

    • Ingredients: Crown Royal Whiskey, bitter, simple syrup, cranberry juice, ice
    • Steps: 
    1. Make an old fashioned, and then add splash of cranberry juice
    2. Enjoy!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usDecember 20, 2023

    Ep. 79: Elf & Coffees with "Syrup"

    Ep. 79: Elf & Coffees with "Syrup"

    This episode we discuss maybe the most beloved Christmas movie of all time, Elf (2003). We talk about why this is such a timeless classic, we share some hot takes, and we give our opinions on a potential sequel. We also share some hot takes as well as some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe: Coffees with "Syrup"
    1. Make a cup of your favorite coffee and add some whiskey
    2. Enjoy!

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    en-usDecember 14, 2023

    Ep. 78: The Benchwarmers & Beer and Tequila

    Ep. 78: The Benchwarmers & Beer and Tequila

    This episode we discuss one of our favorite smooth brain comedies, The Benchwarmers (2006). We talk about if we were ever benchwarmers in our childhood, our favorite lines, and Dono has an extremely hot take. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe/Drink: Beer & Tequila

    • Grab your favorite beer and tequila and go nuts!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usNovember 30, 2023

    Ep. 77: National Treasure & A Glass of Brandy

    Ep. 77: National Treasure & A Glass of Brandy

    This episode we discuss a classic action history film, National Treasure (2004). We talk about our favorite aspects of the franchise, our favorite history time period, and our thoughts on the new spin off series. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe / Drink: Glass of Brandy

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    The Film Pub
    en-usNovember 10, 2023

    Ep. 76: Harry Potter 1 and 2 & Butter Beers

    Ep. 76: Harry Potter 1 and 2 & Butter Beers

    This episode we discuss the first two films in the Harry Potter series, The Sorcerer's Stone and The Chamber of Secrets (2001-2002). We talk about our favorite characters, what house we would be in, and our thoughts on the new upcoming HBO reboot series. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Butter Beers

    • Ingredients: Vanilla Vodka, Butterscotch Schnapps, Amaretto, Cream Soda, Heavy Whipping Cream, 
    • Steps: 
    1. Mix parts of all the alcohol, pour cream soda, and then top with the heavy whipping cream
    2. Enjoy!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usOctober 25, 2023

    Episode 75: Jaws & Shark Bites

    Episode 75: Jaws & Shark Bites

    This episode we discuss the very first summer blockbuster, Jaws (1975). We talk about whether the theme music is the most iconic, our ideas for a better sequel, and if we would go down in a shark cage. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Shark Bites

    • Ingredients: Light Rum, Spiced Rum, Blue Curaçao, lime juice, simple syrup, 
    • Steps: 
    1. Mix equal parts and shake, add a few grenadine drops on top
    2. Enjoy!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usSeptember 28, 2023

    Ep. 74: Ocean's Eleven & Vegas Bombs

    Ep. 74: Ocean's Eleven & Vegas Bombs
    This episode we discuss one of the best heist films with the most stacked cast, Ocean's Eleven (2001). We talk about the evolution of Brad Pitt, what we would do with $14.5 million dollars, and our opinions on gambling in Vegas. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Vegas Bombs

    1. Mix equal parts of Crown Royal whiskey, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice
    2. Drop the shot into a quarter cup of Red Bull
    3. Enjoy!
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    The Film Pub
    en-usSeptember 13, 2023

    Ep. 73: The Chronicles of Narnia - The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe & Turkish Delights

    Ep. 73: The Chronicles of Narnia - The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe & Turkish Delights

    This episode we discuss the first of a mystical franchise, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, & The Wardrobe (2005). We talk about hour strong opinions of Edmund, Jack analyzes the movie way too deep, and we discuss the terrible sequels. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

    Below is the recipe for the drink of choice as well as our social media handle and website. Leave a rate and review, and we hope you drink and laugh along with us, as well as reach out to us on Instagram!

    Recipe: Rum and Cokes

    1. In a shaker, mix equal parts vodka, vanilla vodka, Dutch caçao white crème de caçao, honey syrup (honey and water), rose water, and egg whites
    2. Shake first without ice, then with ice
    3.  Pour into a coupe glass
    4. Enjoy!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usAugust 17, 2023

    Ep. 72: Crazy, Stupid, Love & Vodka Cranberries

    Ep. 72: Crazy, Stupid, Love & Vodka Cranberries

    This episode we discuss a true end-to-end comedy, Crazy, Stupid, Love (2011). We talk about the insanely stacked cast, a very controversial scene, and Dono gets very passionate about New Balances. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe: Vodka Cranberries

    1. Mix some vodka and cranberry juice, and maybe some lime juice if you're so inclined
    2. Enjoy!

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    The Film Pub
    en-usAugust 10, 2023

    Ep. 71: Ferris Bueller's Day Off & A Chicago Handshake

    Ep. 71: Ferris Bueller's Day Off & A Chicago Handshake

    This episode we discuss another 80's classic and ode to Chicago, Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986). We talk about how we faked being sick to get out of school, the genius of John Hughes and his Hughniverse, and discuss the nostalgia of the 80's. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe/Drink: Chicago Handshake 

    • Take a shot of Jeppson's Malört, along with an Old Style beer
    • Enjoy! (I guess)

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    en-usAugust 04, 2023

    Ep. 70: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory & Chocolate River Shots

    Ep. 70: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory & Chocolate River Shots

    This episode we discuss a childhood favorite, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1977). We talk about which candy invention we would try, if Wonka hand picked which kids won the Golden Tickets, and we share a very hot take. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe / Drink: Chocolate River Shots

    • Put ice, three shots of vodka, and chocolate milk in a shaker
    • Shake well and serve as a shot

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    The Film Pub
    en-usJuly 26, 2023

    Ep. 69: Wedding Crashers & Bottles of Champagne

    Ep. 69: Wedding Crashers & Bottles of Champagne

    This episode we discuss one of our favorite comedies/rom-coms, Wedding Crashers (2005). We talk about the dynamic duo of Vaughn and Wilson, if crashing weddings is actually possible, and the best cameo in cinema history. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe/Drink: Bottle of Champagne (we drank Chandon)

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    The Film Pub
    en-usJuly 19, 2023

    Ep. 68: Mission: Impossible & Truth Serum

    Ep. 68: Mission: Impossible & Truth Serum

    This episode we discuss the first of one of the best action franchises of all time, Mission: Impossible (1996). We talk about why Tom Cruise in insane, the evolution of the franchise, and our predictions for the new movie. We also share some hot takes as well as some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe: Truth Serum
    1. Mix equal parts of vodka, absinthe, triple sec, Midori, blue curaçao in a glass with ice
    2. Top off with lemonade

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    The Film Pub
    en-usJuly 14, 2023

    Ep. 67: Freaky Friday & Fortune Cookie Shots

    Ep. 67: Freaky Friday & Fortune Cookie Shots

    This episode we discuss another classic early 2000's comedy, Freaky Friday (2003). We talk about who we'd want to switch bodies with for a day, we play a horrible game of Would You Rather, and we go through the evolution of Lindsay Lohan. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe / Drink: Fortune Cookie Shots

    • Equal parts of vanilla vodka, Amaretto, Frangelico, and Half & Half

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    The Film Pub
    en-usJune 29, 2023

    Ep. 66: Jumanji & Mudslides

    Ep. 66: Jumanji & Mudslides

    This episode we discuss one of the original board game adventures, Jumanji (1995). We talk about why Robin Williams was one of the best actors, we discuss how this movie has aged terribly, and how Zathura stole this storyline. We also share some interesting Pub Facts that we hadn't known before this episode.

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    Recipe: Long Island Iced Teas
    1. Mix equal parts of pretty much whatever alcohol you can get your hands on, and also pour in some Coke for good measure

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    The Film Pub
    en-usJune 22, 2023
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