Beer and a Movie

365: The Naked Gun (2025)/The Kentucky Fried Movie with Guest Blake Trevino

This week, Joe and Dave are joined by Corpus Christi comedian Blake Trevino for a double-shot of absurd comedy and two craft beers from the great state of Texas.

Blake requested to sit in on the brand-new The Naked Gun (2025) — directed by Akiva Schaffer, and starring Liam Neeson and Pam Anderson. It’s loaded with slapstick, deadpan zingers, and a diarrhea joke that may one day be studied in film schools.

We pair it with the 1977 cult classic The Kentucky Fried Movie, directed by John Landis and written by the legendary ZAZ trio (Zucker, Abrahams, Zucker) who created Airplane! and The Naked Gun franchise. It’s chaotic, horny, and hilarious — but does it age well? Spoiler: Not really, but it sure is something to behold.

🍻 Beers by Lone Pint Brewery and Galveston Bay Brewing round out the hour — bold, hoppy, and far more tasteful than anything in either film.

Grab a pint, hit play, and remember: Don't call us 'Shirley!'

364: The Fantastic Four: First Steps/The Incredibles with Guest Uncle Sam

This week on Beer and a Movie, we're joined by first-time guest Uncle Sam—the comedian, not the recruitment poster—and it's all about superhero families!

We’re diving into The Fantastic Four: First Steps and pairing it with The Incredibles, alongside two non-sour brews from the legendary Jester King Brewing.

Stretchy dads, invisible moms, pyro kids, and beer that doesn’t taste like a fruit salad—what more could you want?

Tune in for laughs, hot takes, and a little sibling rivalry.

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363: Eddington/Contagion (2011) with Guest Ethan Thompson

Guest Ethan Thompson returns for a pandemic-themed double feature pairing cinematic outbreaks with legendary brews. The films are Eddington, the newest from Ari Aster, and Steven Soderbergh’s eerily prescient Contagion from 2011, a film that’s only grown more chilling since the world lived through its own global pandemic.

To match the apocalyptic mood, the beers are just as special. First up is Pliny the Elder from Russian River Brewing—a white whale for many beer lovers, this West Coast double IPA is as mythic as it is delicious, and the crew dives into why it still holds such a revered place in craft beer circles. Then there’s Jakobus, a crisp and complex pilsner from Schilling Beer Co., offering a grounding contrast to the hop-heavy intensity of Pliny.

Together, the films and the beers spark a conversation about fear, misinformation, leadership, and what it takes to hold a community together when the world starts to fall apart. It’s an episode full of sharp insights, great storytelling, and rare brews—don’t miss it.

362: Superman (2025)/Superman (1978)/Superman II with Guests Adam Beam and Rachel Clow

This week, we dive headfirst into Superman from the iconic charm of Christopher Reeve in Superman (1978), into the chaos of Superman II (1980), all the way to the brand-new 2025 reboot. Guests Adam Beam and Rachel Clow are along to explore what’s changed, what’s endured, and whether truth, justice, and hope still have a place in today’s superhero landscape.

Along the way, we’re sipping on two stellar brews: Solar Myth from Real Ale Brewing, a cosmic IPA that packs a bright punch, and Life in the Clouds from Collective Arts Brewing, a hazy, dreamlike companion to our cinematic flight.

It’s nostalgia vs. modern spectacle, capes vs. cynicism, and a couple of great beers to keep things grounded. Up, up, and pour away.

361: The Legend of Ochi/Mac and Me with Guest Adam Beam

This week, we’re exploring two very different takes on otherworldly connection—one artful, one absurd.

First up: The Legend of Ochi, a moody, visually rich fantasy where language is limited but emotion runs deep. Then we shift gears—hard—to Mac and Me, the 1988 cult oddity that tried to be E.T. but ended up being a two-hour commercial for Coca-Cola and McDonald’s.

Adam Beam joins us to talk cinematic world-building, creature design, and unintentional comedy as we explore two breweries from Maine: Sacred Profane
and Bunker Brewing Co.

 

360: Megan 2.0/Child's Play (1988) with Guest Anthony Zoccolillo

This week on Beer and a Movie, Anthony Zoccolillo returns to help us dive into the killer doll cinematic universe with a double feature of M3GAN 2.0 and the original Child’s Play (1988). We talk AI, horror with a sense of humor, and how dolls became genre icons.

Beer-wise, we start strong with our first-ever beer from Trillium Brewery—a name that carries serious street cred. Then we keep it Texas local with a brew from Real Ale Brewing, making it our 15th time featuring one of their beers (we might be in a long-term relationship).

Killer dolls. Killer beers. Killer conversation.

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359: 28 Years Later/Day of the Dead with Zombie Guest Josh Deleon

🧟‍♂️ Double Zombie Feature Alert! 🧟‍♀️
This week, we welcome back our go-to horror head Josh DeLeon for a two-film undead deep dive.

First up: an extended convo for 28 Years Later, paired with the Bellwether x Modestman collab Source Code — crisp, punchy, and just unstable enough to match the post-apocalyptic vibes.

Then we go full Romero with Day of the Dead, while cracking open a cellar treasure: a 2017 Parabola Vintage from Firestone Walker — dark, brooding, and aged like a corpse in a bunker.

Josh is a Romero freak, so expect reverence, ranting, and at least three arguments.

Come for the brains, stay for the beers.

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358: Bring Her Back/Talk to Me with Guest Adam Beam

This week, we take on a haunting double feature from Australian filmmaking duo Danny and Michael Philippou. First up is their newest film, Bring Her Back, a moody, emotionally charged descent into grief and the supernatural that really showcases the directors’ growing horror universe. Then it’s on to their breakout hit, Talk to Me, the high-octane possession thriller that put the Philippous firmly on the map with its stylish scares and raw emotional undercurrent.

Third-chair guest Adam Beam is back, and fueling the conversation are standout brews from Belleflower Brewing and Turning Point Beer. 

357: The Phoenician Scheme/Bottle Rocket with Guest Harold Ramos

🎬 It’s another Wes Anderson-packed episode of Beer and a Movie! 🍻

We kick things off with 2025's corporate-espionage-filled The Phoenician Scheme, then circle back to the breezy beginnings of Wes Anderson’s career with Bottle Rocket. Returning guest Harold Ramos joins us again to unpack both films with his signature wit and thoughtful insight.

For The Phoenician Scheme, we cracked open Rainbow Sherbet from Prairie Artisan Ales — tart, colorful, and a little chaotic — while Harold sipped on Community’s Hop’d Water, a crisp and hoppy non-alcoholic option. Did it still bring the flavor?

For Bottle Rocket, we make our first-ever trip to Geary Brewing Co. and tried their Maine Summer Ale — crisp and classic, is it a perfect match for Anderson’s sun-soaked debut.

Crack a cold one and press play — this one’s gets deep into Anderson's career.

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356: Friendship/I Love You Man with (First Time) Guest Andy Gomez

This week, we’re thrilled to welcome guest comedian Andy Gomez for his very first appearance—so buckle up for laughs, liquids, and bromantic explorations.

To match the whimsical vibe of Friendship, we crack open a THC seltzer from Trail Magic—because that’s exactly the kind of movie it is. While Texas holds its breath, waiting for the governor to sign off (or veto) on keeping or outlawing these fizzy, buzz-worthy drinks, we’re already in toast mode.

Next up, it’s time for classic buddy-comedy gold with I Love You, Man. To fuel our “I love you, bro” affirmations, we pop open a fresh pour from Equal Parts Brewing—a brew as balanced and dependable as a true friendship.

Tune in for a double feature that proves: whether it’s surreal comedy or heartfelt bromance, Beer and a Movie has got your perfect pairing.

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