Blank Check with Griffin & David

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Not just another bad movie podcast, Blank Check reviews directors' complete filmographies episode to episode. Specifically, the auteurs whose early successes afforded them the rare ‘blank check’ from Hollywood to produce passion projects. Each new miniseries, hosts Griffin Newman and David Sims delve into the works of film’s most outsized personalities in painstakingly hilarious detail. Produced by Ben Hosley.

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Recent Hosts, Guests & Topics

Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on Blank Check with Griffin & David.

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Griffin Newman David Sims

Previous Guests

David Ehrlich
David Ehrlich is a film critic and writer known for his insightful reviews and analysis of cinema. He has contributed to various publications and is recognized for his work in film criticism, particularly in relation to contemporary and classic films. Ehrlich is also known for his engaging discussions on film culture and has appeared on several podcasts and panels, sharing his expertise and passion for movies.
Sean Fennessey
Sean Fennessey is a prominent film critic and the editor-in-chief of The Big Picture, a film podcast and publication that discusses various aspects of cinema, including reviews, industry insights, and film history. He has a background in film journalism and has contributed to various media outlets, providing in-depth analysis and commentary on contemporary and classic films.
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Lin-Manuel Miranda is an American composer, lyricist, actor, and playwright best known for creating and starring in the Broadway musicals 'Hamilton' and 'In the Heights.' He has received numerous awards, including Tony Awards, a Grammy Award, and an Emmy Award. Miranda is recognized for his innovative approach to musical theater, blending hip-hop, R&B, and traditional show tunes. He has also appeared in various film and television projects, and is known for his advocacy in the arts and education.
Richard Lawson
Richard Lawson is a film critic and writer known for his insightful commentary on cinema and pop culture. He has contributed to various publications and is recognized for his engaging discussions on film, particularly in relation to contemporary and classic movies. Lawson is also a co-host of the podcast 'Little Gold Men,' where he explores the intersection of film and awards season.
Chris Gethard
Chris Gethard is a comedian, actor, and writer known for his unique blend of humor and vulnerability. He is the creator and host of 'The Chris Gethard Show,' which gained a cult following for its unconventional format and heartfelt storytelling. Gethard has also appeared in various television shows and films, including 'Broad City' and 'The Other Guys.' He is recognized for his self-deprecating style and has been a prominent figure in the New York City comedy scene.

Topics Discussed

Schindler's List Spielberg Holocaust Ralph Fiennes filmography Oscar watchability Jurassic Park Steven Spielberg velociraptors ILM Dr. Ian Malcolm Captain Hook Peter Pan Lin-Manuel Miranda Hook Neverland Always John Goodman Richard Dreyfuss Holly Hunter planes boy bands Marlboro merch Kathy Bates Fran McD Indiana Jones Last Crusade father-son relationship daddy issues Kazim psychosexual themes archaeology

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Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on Blank Check with Griffin & David.

0:00 3:49:02

Schindler's List with David Ehrlich

Hosts
Griffin Newman David Sims
Guests
David Ehrlich
Keywords
Schindler's List Spielberg Holocaust Ralph Fiennes filmography Oscar watchability
Our Early Spielberg series concludes with a movie that is a super fun time and not at all distressing to watch in our current political climate! David Ehrlich joins us to discuss 1993’s Schindler’s List, the film that defined the visual language of the Holocaust and finally got Spielberg his Oscar. We’re getting into the critical debates about this film’s “watchability,” the fact that this was only Ralph Fiennes’ second screen performance, and our (likely controversial) definitive ranking of Spielberg’s full filmography.  

Sign up for Check Book, the Blank Check newsletter featuring even more “real nerdy shit” to feed your  pop culture obsession. Dossier excerpts, film biz AND burger reports, and even more exclusive content you won’t want to miss out on.

Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes. Follow us @blankcheckpod on Twitter, Instagram, Threads and Facebook!  Buy some real nerdy merch Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or Discord For anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
0:00 3:22:43

Jurassic Park with Sean Fennessey

Hosts
Griffin Newman David Sims
Guests
Sean Fennessey
Keywords
Jurassic Park Steven Spielberg velociraptors ILM Dr. Ian Malcolm
God creates dinosaurs. God destroys dinosaurs. God creates Steven Spielberg. Steven Spielberg makes 1993’s Jurassic Park and changes movie history. The Big Picture’s Sean Fennessey joins us to talk about this totemic blockbuster, and we’re spending three hours talking about the bad boys of the Jurassic era (velociraptors), the bad boys of ILM (Steve ‘Spaz’ Williams and Mark Dippe), and the bad boy of movie scientists (Dr. Ian Malcolm).

Note: this episode was recorded last fall, so some of the takes you’ll hear are a bit…frozen in amber. Yup, you guessed it. Hawk Tuah Talk again.

Sign up for Check Book, the Blank Check newsletter featuring even more “real nerdy shit” to feed your  pop culture obsession. Dossier excerpts, film biz AND burger reports, and even more exclusive content you won’t want to miss out on.

Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes. Follow us @blankcheckpod on Twitter, Instagram, Threads and Facebook!  Buy some real nerdy merch Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or Discord For anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com 

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0:00 2:31:01

Hook with Lin-Manuel Miranda

Hosts
Griffin Newman David Sims
Guests
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Keywords
Captain Hook Peter Pan Lin-Manuel Miranda Spielberg Hook Neverland
Everyone knows Captain Hook got swallowed by the crocodile at the end of Peter Pan. But what this movie presupposes is…maybe he didn’t? Let us go back to a time when the coolest thing a kid could have was a clubhouse that looked like a skatepark…when the worst thing a dad could do was own a cell phone…and when the craziest thing a filmmaker could do was agree to make a movie that started off as a child’s drawing. Lin-Manuel Miranda - most famous for starring as Captain Hook in his sixth grade production of Peter Pan - joins us on a trip to Neverland as we unpack Spielberg’s 1991 fantasia Hook. Bangarang, Blankies! And RIP Rufio.

Check out Lin's Warriors Album and the Hook Ultimate Edition Soundtrack

Sign up for Check Book, the Blank Check newsletter featuring even more “real nerdy shit” to feed your  pop culture obsession. Dossier excerpts, film biz AND burger reports, and even more exclusive content you won’t want to miss out on.

Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes. Follow us @blankcheckpod on Twitter, Instagram, Threads and Facebook!  Buy some real nerdy merch Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or Discord For anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
0:00 2:37:35

Always with Richard Lawson

Hosts
Griffin Newman David Sims
Guests
Richard Lawson
Keywords
Steven Spielberg Always John Goodman Richard Dreyfuss Holly Hunter planes boy bands Marlboro merch Kathy Bates Fran McD
Is it possible for Steven Spielberg to make a movie that doesn’t exist? Well, he sure tried with 1989’s Always, a film where John Goodman plays Monterey Jack of the Rescue Rangers, Richard Dreyfuss riffs to no one as an annoying ghost, and Holly Hunter falls in love with the most dull hottie at the Plane Depot. Our beloved Richard Lawson joins us to talk planes, boy bands, Marlboro merch, and the enduring mystery of what happened between Kathy Bates, Holly Hunter, and Fran McD in that famous apartment. 

Listen to Little Gold Men

Sign up for Check Book, the Blank Check newsletter featuring even more “real nerdy shit” to feed your  pop culture obsession. Dossier excerpts, film biz AND burger reports, and even more exclusive content you won’t want to miss out on.

Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes. Follow us @blankcheckpod on Twitter, Instagram, Threads and Facebook!  Buy some real nerdy merch Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or Discord For anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
0:00 2:47:38

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade with Chris Gethard

Hosts
Griffin Newman David Sims
Guests
Chris Gethard
Keywords
Indiana Jones Last Crusade Steven Spielberg father-son relationship daddy issues Kazim psychosexual themes archaeology
What if Indiana Jones had a dad who was a “grail scholar" but also his “eskimo brother" and he was played by James Bond and he had a funny little hat? We are so glad Steven Spielberg dared to imagine this scenario because we got Indiana Jones and The Last Crusade out of it! Chris Gethard - The self-proclaimed “Bad Boy of Blank Check Guests” - joins the crew to talk about this delightful film, considered a fulcrum point in Spielberg’s career where he switches perspectives from son to father. We’re talking about daddy issues. We’re asking if Kazim is the Kit Fisto of this film. We’re wondering if Elsa looking hottest when dressed as a Nazi is a weird psychosexual thing Spielberg is exploring. We’re realizing in real time that Indiana Jones might be a terrible archeologist. Basically - you should hand in your blimp tickets and join us on a very fun ride.

Listen to Gethard's Special A Father and the Sun Listen To Beautiful Anonymous Checkout That Show monthly at UCB NY LIVE and LIVE STREAMED

Sign up for Check Book, the Blank Check newsletter featuring even more “real nerdy shit” to feed your  pop culture obsession. Dossier excerpts, film biz AND burger reports, and even more exclusive content you won’t want to miss out on.

Join our Patreon for franchise commentaries and bonus episodes. Follow us @blankcheckpod on Twitter, Instagram, Threads and Facebook!  Buy some real nerdy merch Connect with other Blankies on our Reddit or Discord For anything else, check out BlankCheckPod.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ratings

Global:
4.7 rating 7059 reviews

USA

4.7 ratings 5800 reviews

Canada

4.6 ratings 515 reviews

UK

4.6 ratings 392 reviews

Australia

4.7 ratings 259 reviews

Ireland

4.7 ratings 49 reviews

New Zealand

4.9 ratings 30 reviews

South Africa

4.7 ratings 10 reviews

Singapore

4.8 ratings 4 reviews