The Weekly Audio Blend is CinemaBlend.com's exclusive movie and entertainment podcast, hosted, narrated, produced, and created by Cinema Blend’s own Rafe Telsch. He’ll be broadcasting from a techno-club inside the belly of a shark each and every week as he discusses whatever the heck we’ve already been talking about on the site. New to podcasting? Click here for helpful tips.You can find the RSS feed for our podcast using the link below, or just scroll down the page and download each edition directly.
The Weekly Blend Audio Show Podcast
| Weekly Blend Audio Show: December 18th, 2005 |
We may be pushing the boundaries of studio's good will this week, but news is news. We talk about Kong's long running time, Miami Vice's lack of proper music, and how New Line is treating online critics. I suppose they'll be the first in line for the computer that predicts the success of movies (also a subject of discussion). Mery Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: December 13th, 2005 |
As testament to just how busy things are, this show was actually recorded on time. We just forgot to upload it. *sigh* Thankfully it's all still pertinent to this week's releases as Margaret and I talk about King Kong, Chronicles of Narnia, some of the more interesting trailers to hit lately, and some of our favorite holiday movies.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: November 27th, 2005 |
Thanksgiving sort of slowed things down newswise, so I talk a little about the extra Thanksgiving turkey (movies) I had over the weekend. Margaret and I discuss updates on most of the action sequels in Hollywood, and I give my reasons why not everybody loves Raymond.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: November 20th, 2005 |
Tim sits this week out, but that doesn't stop Margaret and me from having fun without him. In celebration of the upcoming DVD release of War of the Worlds, Margaret's husband Brian joins us instead. Brian served as an extra in the film and talks about his experience running up a hill a dozen or so times. We also discuss the lousy week of movies, Harry Potter's complete domination at the box office, and mourn the loss of "Arrested Development". Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: November 13th, 2005 |
We're back after our last weekly show was defeated by technical issues. Fan favorite Margaret Williams returns to make smart-aleck comments while Tim and I discuss Chicken Little's continued domination of the box office, the Predator remake that seems to be more rumor then fact, and the latest Halo movie news.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: October 31st, 2005 |
Halloween means lots of goodies, and the new Weekly Blend is no different. We get a treat with the first female to join the podcast, lots of tricks regarding sequels and remakes, and yes, another chapter in the interaction with the Movie Blog. Special thanks to the great Luke Ski for allowing us to use "Vader Boy" his Episode III themed parody in celebration of the last chapter's DVD release. Head over to www.lukeski.com and check out the album unCONVENTIONal or www.drdemento.com to help Luke out in return.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: October 23rd, 2005 |
A super-sized episode this week as I introduce a person who will hopefully become a regular on the show, Tim Kennard. Tim and I talk about the regular stuff: what's coming out on DVD and in theaters in the next week, look at Batman and Bond news, and chat about some recent trailers for upcoming films.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: October 9th, 2005 |
Serenity continues to plummet rapidly at the box office, while Orlando Bloom has a solid week with the DVD release of Kingdom of Heaven and the theatrical Elizabethtown. Place your bets as to who gets the Cameron Crowe catchphrase of this flick, or whether the Peter Jackson produced Halo movie will have a hero in a helmet.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: October 6th, 2005 |
Time to talk about Serenity's opening weekend dismal showing and announce the winners to our Serenity/Firefly giveaway. In other news, did ya hear who the villains for Spider-Man 3 were going to be according to Kirsten Dunst? Did you hear one of them was going to wear purple? How horrible!
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: September 20th, 2005 |
We're back following a harsh bout with "dragoncrud". Thanks to everyone who expressed their concern at the lack of a show since I left Atlanta. This week we catch up on news that's happened over the last few weeks, geek out over some good DVD releases, and I start an exclusive Audio Blend contest. Sorry - have to listen to get the details.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: August 23rd, 2005 |
I take back all the nice things I've ever said about Halle Berry this week, as she starts a hostile takeover of the X-Men franchise. Well, it's not exactly a hostile takeover, I mean they're pretty much giving her what she wants, but an Oscar does not mean she should always get her way. Just look at Cuba Gooding Jr. and what he's done since he got his statue.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: August 10th, 2005 |
We hit lucky number 13 with this week's podcast, which pretty much sums up how we're doing. Another failed attempt at having a guest on the show means I ended up recording this week's episode twice. Still, not even that is enough to get my spirits down the week that muppets and more muppets are coming out on DVD.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: August 1st, 2005 |
This week I make it through my anger to talk about the possibility that there really is a turn downwards in this year's box office, but also in this year's DVD market. How come we're in August and still haven't seen any really great releases in 2005? I also talk about the recent surge of new movie trailers (although careful not to step on the Trailer Trash namesake).
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: July 25th, 2005 |
We're back! Yes we had a two week hiatus, which I explain within this episode. I do my best to catch up with my opinion on the last few weeks in theaters, what's coming out this week, and even catch a few news stories. Also included: our tribute to James Doohan.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: July 5th, 2005 |
Just a brief show this week as I discuss my problems with War of the Worlds, Hide and Seek, and many other films that have come out this year (hint: they all have the same problem). Don't forget to vote for us at podcastalley and check back when we have a bigger show next week (with a possible guest!)
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: June 27th, 2005 |
Catching up from last week's absence, most of the podcast is focused on what Batman Begins needs for a better sequel, and the upcoming War of the Worlds. Oh, and that odd relationship that combines the two movies, scientology, and the biggest case of overexposure since Ben Affleck.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: June 14th, 2005 |
We're running a day late again this week, not because of a holiday but because I wanted to take the chance to see Batman Begins. What can I say - it's awesome. Listen this week as I gush about the new appearance of the Dark Knight, why this film might not have been made, and then go on some more about how incredibly awesome the movie is.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: June 6th, 2005 |
All the new X-Men news (Vaughn out, Ratner in) has pretty much dominated my attention, so it takes center stage this week for the podcast. Listen in while I rant about the dangers of studio interference and try and spell out the secret to the first two X-Men movie's success (as well as the upcoming Superman film). As if that isn't enough, I take one more dig at the upcoming Fantastic Four.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: May 31st, 2005 |
Don't ask me what funky kind of counting system I use to get that this week's episode is the fifth edition. Just blame it on the extended weekend, which is also responsible for the lateness of this week's edition. While we're at it, let's blame the holiday for any inferior quality this week too, while I talk about the continued success of Star Wars and the greatness of Cinderella Man
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: May 23rd, 2005 |
Due to technical difficulties (read: new software) there may not be soundbytes of Dave Chappelle shouting signature phrases, but that doesn't stop us from talking a little bit about his absence. We also give the upcoming Fantastic Four film a proper salute, and discuss the poor success of a little movie called Star Wars: Episode III.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: May 16th, 2005 |
With Star Wars finally being released this week there's not a ton of other things to talk about. Celebrate the film that inspired most of us to love movies this week, as well as the renewal of Arrested Development and the upcoming Muppet Wizard of Oz.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: May 9th, 2005 |
The show gets a little geeky this week as I talk about the over-saturation of Star Wars merchandise. We also look at what's coming out this week (yay Quantum Leap!) despite the fact that my recent trip to New Jersey has left me pretty clueless about entertainment news..
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: May 2nd, 2005 |
Wouldn't you know it? One week in and I have to come down with something that makes my voice sound bland and tired. Still, the show must go on and this week we talk about how Hitchhiker's Guide did at the box office, Phantom of the Opera on DVD, and make apologies to our scottish brothers.
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: April 25, 2005 |
Our first real edition celebrates the upcoming Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy along with my not so amused takes on xXx: State of the Union and Blade: Trinity. Geek out to some Superman and X-men news, and celebrate the return of "The Family Guy". Don't forget your towel!
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| Weekly Blend Audio Show: April 18, 2005 |
The preview edition! Heard only as a Cinema Blend Newsletter exclusive. Not available for download.
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