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Paul Scheer

Mentioned in 24 analyzed podcast episodes across 4 shows

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Unspooled

Unspooled · Apr 16, 2026

Total Recall

Co-host analyzing Total Recall; read novelization as child with chickenpox

Philip K. Dick adaptations and influence on science fiction cinemaMemory, identity, and the nature of reality in narrative filmPaul Verhoeven's directorial approach and thematic consistency
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Apr 10, 2026

Mindhunters

Primary host leading discussion and analysis of the Mindhunters film

FBI Serial Killer Profiling MethodologyThriller Narrative Structure and MisdirectionEnsemble Cast Dynamics and Character Differentiation
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Unspooled

Unspooled · Apr 9, 2026

The Truman Show

Co-host who directed hidden camera prank shows and identifies with Ed Harris's character as a behind-the-scenes controller

Reality Television History and EvolutionSurveillance Culture and PrivacyParasocial Relationships in Media
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Apr 3, 2026

Last Looks: The Forbidden Dance

Primary host of the episode conducting listener corrections and interviews

Film licensing and music rights managementDocumentary filmmaking as legal strategyStreaming platform discoverability challenges
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Unspooled

Unspooled · Apr 2, 2026

Team America: World Police

Co-host of Unspooled; worked with puppet cat on TV show; created Human Giant for MTV following South Park's production model

Satire and Political Commentary in FilmPuppet Animation and Practical Effects ProductionCelebrity Activism and Media Responsibility
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 31, 2026

Jade (Classic)

Co-host of How Did This Get Made? podcast analyzing the film

1990s Erotic Thriller GenreJoe Eszterhas Screenwriting FormulaWilliam Friedkin Directorial Choices
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Unspooled

Unspooled · Mar 26, 2026

Arrival

Co-host of Unspooled podcast; discussed emotional impact of Arrival and film analysis

Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis and linguistic relativity in cinemaScreenwriting adaptation and source material translationFree will vs. determinism in narrative structure
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 24, 2026

Surf Ninjas LIVE! w/ Nicole Byer, Rob Huebel, & Gil Ozeri (HDTGM Matinee)

Primary host leading the live episode discussion and analysis of Surf Ninjas at Largo

Product placement and corporate financing in children's entertainmentSega Game Gear integration and video game tie-in marketingCasting age-inappropriate actors in youth roles
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Unspooled

Unspooled · Mar 23, 2026

Project Hail Mary

Co-host discussing Project Hail Mary film analysis and themes

Optimistic Science Fiction NarrativesCharacter-Driven Blockbuster FilmmakingGlobal Cooperation in Disaster Films
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 20, 2026

Last Looks: Law Abiding Citizen

Primary host conducting episode, reading listener corrections, and facilitating Just Chat recommendations segment.

Film production logistics and scheduling constraintsScreenwriting collaboration and script revision processesAction film narrative structure and third-act construction
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 13, 2026

Law Abiding Citizen LIVE! w/ Adam Pally

Host of How Did This Get Made; leads podcast discussion and audience Q&A

Plea Bargaining in Criminal JusticeRevenge Narrative Structure and Audience SympathyCharacter Motivation and Plot Consistency
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Adam Carolla Show

Adam Carolla Show · Mar 6, 2026

Danny Trejo + Paul Scheer (Carolla Classics)

Actor and creator of Filthy Preppy Teens parody series discussing teen show satire and leprechaun films

Police Use of Force and Racial DisparitiesSelective News Media Coverage and Narrative BiasPrison Culture and Survival Hierarchies
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Mar 6, 2026

Last Looks: Shoot 'Em Up

Host of How Did This Get Made podcast; discussed recent projects including Taylor Swift documentary

Film Analysis and CorrectionsStreaming Content RecommendationsAnime and International Television
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Feb 24, 2026

88 Minutes w/ Pete Holmes (HDTGM Matinee)

Host of How Did This Get Made? podcast; leads discussion and analysis of 88 Minutes

Film criticism and analysis of thriller genre conventionsReal-time narrative storytelling techniques and structural limitationsCharacter development and naming in screenwriting
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Unspooled

Unspooled · Feb 12, 2026

Before Sunrise

Co-host discussing his changed perspective on Ethan Hawke's career since 1995 and the film's impact

Long-take cinematography and minimal editing techniquesDialogue-driven narrative structure and naturalistic conversationMemory, documentation, and technology's impact on human connection
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Jan 13, 2026

Grease 2 w/ Anna Faris (HDTGM Matinee)

Co-host of How Did This Get Made? who leads discussion and provides film criticism analysis

Musical Film Sequels and Narrative ContinuityNostalgia vs. Objective Quality Assessment in Film CriticismSexual Content and Coming-of-Age Narratives in 1980s Cinema
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Jan 6, 2026

Ultraviolet LIVE! w/ Nick Wiger & Mike Mitchell (HDTGM Matinee)

Host of How Did This Get Made who led the discussion and analysis of Ultraviolet

Narrative Structure and Exposition in Action CinemaDirector's Vision vs. Studio Interference in Film ProductionWorld-Building Failures in Science Fiction Films
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Jan 2, 2026

The 3rd "Annual" Howdie Awards (Part 2)

Co-host sharing childhood stories including visiting a strip club with a fake ID at age 12

Podcast Awards and Recognition SystemsAudience Engagement and Community BuildingLong-Form Comedy and Improvisation
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Dec 30, 2025

The 3rd "Annual" Howdie Awards (Part 1)

Co-host presenting awards and accumulating Howdy sacks; frequently winning awards throughout the ceremony

Podcast Awards and Recognition SystemsLong-Form Entertainment CriticismBad Movie Analysis and Appreciation
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Dec 26, 2025

My Secret Santa

Co-host providing critical analysis of narrative structure and character development throughout discussion

Gender discrimination in hiring and workplace dynamicsSingle motherhood and economic inequality in affluent communitiesChristmas movie tropes and narrative conventions
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Dec 23, 2025

Babes in Toyland LIVE! (HDTGM Matinee)

Co-host of How Did This Get Made who leads discussion and debates the merits of sleds as Christmas gifts

1986 TV Movie Production Standards and Child SafetyMusical Film Structure and Song Integration in NarrativePractical Effects vs. Modern CGI in Children's Entertainment
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Dec 12, 2025

Merry Kissmas w/ Jessica St. Clair

Co-host providing commentary on film quality, character chemistry, and relationship dynamics throughout the episode

Consent and agency in romantic comedy narrativesProduct placement and branded content in holiday filmsLow-budget film production techniques and visible cost-cutting
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How Did This Get Made?

How Did This Get Made? · Dec 9, 2025

Toys w/ Drew McWeeny (HDTGM Matinee)

Co-host analyzing film's production decisions and creative failures

Film Development and Pre-Production TimelinesComedy Structure and PacingDirector's Creative Vision vs. Audience Reception
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Lovett or Leave It

Lovett or Leave It · Sep 27, 2025

Escalating Tensions

Guest discussing bad movies, Talladega Nights reappraisal, and late-night comedy's role in political discourse

DOJ Politicization and Prosecutorial IndependenceTrump Administration Threats to Media and Free SpeechJimmy Kimmel Reinstatement and Disney Capitulation
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