Almost Classic Movies
Welcome to Almost Classic Movies, the podcast where two movie fans talk about movies. From epic adventures like Lord of the Rings to iconic comedies like Wayne's World and Ferris Bueller's Day Off, we explore a blend of almost classics, cult favorites, seasonal gems, and even actual classics. ("Almost Classic Movies" is frankly just a catchy title that riffs off a particular TV program).
It's just two friends talking movies—one loves production trivia, while the other enjoys simply watching and soaking in the story. We strive for evergreen content, so you can pick an episode anywhere and dive right in. If you like what you hear, share it with a friend, family member, or maybe even Chris Hemsworth or Ryan Reynolds... That'd be pretty cool.
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Almost Classic Movies
Magic Mike – Bumps, Banter, and Brooding Dreams
In this steamy, chaotic, and surprisingly heartfelt episode of Almost Classic Movies, Jon and Donald are joined by returning guest Daniel (whose first appearance was lost to the editing abyss) to unpack Magic Mike (2012), the Soderbergh film that’s more than just abs and glitter.
What starts as a deep dive into a male stripper movie turns into a layered discussion about ambition, capitalism, gendered expectations, and how charisma can (almost) make up for a lack of furniture-building capital.
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Contact:
Email: almostclassicmovies@gmail.com
Instagram: @almostclassicmovies
Co-Hosts:
Jon K.
Donald S.
Podcast Production:
Wayfare Recording Co.
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