Too Old or Pure Gold Movie Podcast

TOPG Ep 97: Long Kiss Goodnight

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:04:34 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we revisit The Long Kiss Goodnight (1996), where Geena Davis goes from small-town teacher to full-on action hero with a very particular set of skills. With Samuel L. Jackson along for the ride and Shane Black’s signature mix of explosions and one-liners, we break down whether this under-the-radar action flick still delivers—or if it’s been forgotten for a reason.
Host: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Clef Seeley & Josh Fleming

TOPG Ep 96: Life of Brian

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:07:29 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we follow the misadventures of Life of Brian (1979)—the Monty Python classic that dares to ask: what if you were mistaken for the Messiah? With irreverent humor, unforgettable songs, and satire that still stings, we break down whether this comedy legend remains brilliant… or just very naughty. Always look on the bright side—we’re about to find out.
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Sean & Evan Mallick

TOPG Ep 95" Dirty Rotten Scoundrels

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we head to the French Riviera for Dirty Rotten Scoundrels (1988) with special guest Zawer Sulaiman. Steve Martin and Michael Caine face off as rival con artists in a battle of wits, charm, and increasingly ridiculous schemes. From over-the-top performances to one of the great comedy twists, we break down whether this classic still cons up the laughs or if the joke’s finally on us.
Special Guest: Zawer Sulaiman
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Will Corry

TOPG Ep 94: Blade Runner with Dan Sissons

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we step into the neon-soaked future of Blade Runner (1982) with special guest Dan Sissons. Harrison Ford hunts replicants through rain, shadows, and one of the most atmospheric worlds ever put on film. We break down the visuals, the philosophy, and conduct a prop hunt so we can debat what is the best prop. But does this sci-fi classic still feel like the future, or has time caught up with it?

Special Guest: Dan Sissons
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Sean & Nicole

TOPG Ep 93: Boondock Saints

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we take a look at the cult classic The Boondock Saints (1999). Two Irish brothers decide they’ve been called by God to clean up Boston’s criminal underworld, one slow-motion shootout at a time. With Willem Dafoe delivering one of the most memorable performances of the late 90s and enough vigilante justice to fill a cathedral, we ask: does this fan-favorite still feel epic, or is it just late-90s attitude with a lot of bullets?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Anthony & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 92: Kingpin

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we roll into the bowling alley with Kingpin (1996). Woody Harrelson plays a washed-up bowler, Randy Quaid brings the chaos, and Bill Murray steals the show as the legendary (and extremely greasy) Ernie McCracken. It’s gross-out comedy, underdog sports movie, and peak Farrelly Brothers all rolled into one. But does this cult favorite still strike, or is it headed straight for the gutter?
Hosts: Olen vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton
Cast: Josh Fleming & Will Corry

TOPG Ep 91: Ladyhawk

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we take flight with Ladyhawke (1985), the fantasy romance where Rutger Hauer is a wolf by night, Michelle Pfeiffer is a hawk by day, and Matthew Broderick is just trying to keep up. It’s swords, curses, epic love, and one very 80s synth soundtrack. But does this medieval fairy tale still soar, or has it crash-landed in nostalgia?
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Nicole & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 90: Stargate

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we dial the coordinates and step through Stargate (1994). Roland Emmerich’s sci-fi adventure sends Kurt Russell and James Spader across the universe to a desert planet ruled by a very suspicious “god.” It’s ancient aliens, big explosions, and peak 90s blockbuster energy. But does this portal-hopping epic still transport us somewhere amazing, or should it stay sealed behind the iris?
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & MathewStockton
Casts: Sean & Nicole

TOPG Ep 89: Cool Runnings

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 20:07:43 -0800

Feel the rhythm, feel the rhyme, it’s Cool Runnings time! This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we revisit the 1993 feel-good sports comedy about the Jamaican bobsled team that inspired a generation to slow-clap in parkas. With John Candy bringing the heart and the underdogs bringing the charm, we ask: does this Disney classic still glide, or has it wiped out in the snowdrift of nostalgia?
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Jess & Debbie

TOPG Ep 88: Muriel

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 19:04:43 -0800

Love, lies, ABBA, and a wedding invite nobody saw coming, it’s our Valentine’s special! This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we head to Porpoise Spit for Muriel’s Wedding (1994). Toni Collette delivers heartbreak, hope, and dance-floor dreams in a film that’s equal parts romantic fantasy and emotional gut punch. But does this cult favorite still make our hearts sing, or is it RSVP’d to the past?

Host: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Nicole & Emily

TOPG Ep 87: Backdraft

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 18:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we bring the Nanoose Bay Fire department to help us manage the heat with Ron Howard’s Backdraft (1991). With firefighters, family drama, and explosions that would never pass modern safety standards—this 90s blockbuster brings the flames and the feelings. With Kurt Russell, William Baldwin, and a very angry fire, we break down whether this fiery thriller still burns bright or has cooled into a smoky memory.

Hosts: Olen van der Leeden & David Purcell
Cast: Michael Peters, Caitlin Holme & Trevor Holme

TOPG Ep 86: Action Jackson

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:00:09 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we unleash peak late-80s excess with Action Jackson (1988). Carl Weathers stars as a Detroit cop with impossible strength, unlimited confidence, and exactly one volume setting. With exploding cars, cheesy one-liners, and Craig T. Nelson chewing the scenery, we ask the obvious question: is this action movie an underrated blast, or pure 80s nonsense in a trench coat?
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Anthony & Josh Fleming

TOPG Ep85: The Quick and the Dead

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we saddle up for Sam Raimi’s stylish Western The Quick and the Dead (1995). With Sharon Stone, Gene Hackman, Russell Crowe, and a very young Leonardo DiCaprio, this gunfight tournament movie turns the Wild West into a deadly quick-draw reality show. It’s flashy, violent, and peak 90s Raimi flair, but does it still shoot straight, or is it all slow-motion smoke? Time to find out.
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Anthony & Sean

TOPG Ep 84: Tron

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 21:55:19 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we jack into the grid and revisit Tron (1982). With neon light cycles, early CGI, and Jeff Bridges battling it out inside a computer, this sci-fi trailblazer tried to show us the future… in glowing spandex. Was it ahead of its time or just too weird for its own good?
Host: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Sean & Anthony

TOPG Ep83: Smokey and the Bandit

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:40:04 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we fire up the Trans Am and hit the open road with Smokey and the Bandit (1977) and we’re joined by special guest Vinnie Tortorich for the ride. Burt Reynolds, Sally Field, and Jackie Gleason turn a simple beer run into a high speed, mustache fueled game of cat and mouse. Packed with car chases, CB radio trash talk, and outlaw charm, we break down whether this road trip classic still cruises smoothly or has finally run out of gas.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Special Guest: Vinnie Tortorich
Cast: Nicole & Anthony

TOPG Ep 82: When Harry Met Sally

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 28 Dec 2025 20:35:38 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we revisit When Harry Met Sally (1989), the rom com that tried to answer the ultimate question: can men and women ever just be friends? With sharp dialogue, iconic scenes (yes, that diner), and Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan at peak charm, we break down whether this relationship classic still feels honest and funny or if it’s showing its age like a bad New Year’s resolution.
Hosts: Olen & Mathew
Cast: Nicole & Jess

TOPG Ep 81: Jingle All The Way

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 21:21:26 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we sprint through shopping malls, dodge reindeer, and fight Sinbad with Jingle All the Way (1996). Arnold Schwarzenegger plays a well-meaning dad on a desperate quest to find the hottest toy of the season before Christmas morning. Packed with peak 90s chaos, consumer panic, and Turbo Man mayhem, we ask: is this holiday comedy a festive favorite or just seasonal insanity best left on the shelf?
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Anthony & Will Corry

TOPG Ep 80: Jack Frost & Jack Frost

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 19:24:10 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we celebrate the most confusing holiday double feature imaginable: Jack Frost (1998) and Jack Frost (1997). One is a heartfelt family film where Michael Keaton becomes a snowman dad. The other is a low-budget horror movie where a killer snowman goes on a murderous rampage. Same name. Very different vibes. We break down how this happened, why one is traumatizing kids and the other is traumatizing adults, and ask the ultimate question: which Jack Frost is pure gold… and which should stay buried in a snowbank?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Nicole & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 79: A Christmas Story

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:07:18 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we bundle up and head to 1940s Indiana to revisit the beloved holiday classic A Christmas Story (1983). From Red Ryder BB guns to leg lamps, triple-dog dares, and one very unfortunate bunny suit, we break down why this movie became a seasonal staple and whether it still earns its spot in the holiday rotation today. Is it timeless Christmas magic, or just nostalgia wrapped in tinsel?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Debbie

TOPG Ep 78: Stripes

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we enlist in the hilarious chaos of Stripes (1981) with a special guest Mark Wolters! Join Bill Murray and Harold Ramis as they turn basic army life into a glorious mess of mud, mayhem, and mischief. We’re talking boot-camp shenanigans, questionable tact during wartime, and all the 80s comedy charm you can handle. Does this classic comedy still crank out the laughs, or has it fallen out of formation? Tune in to find out.

Host: Olen Vanderleeden
Special Guest: Mark Wolters is an award-winning travel vlogger and the host of the Wolters World YouTube travel channel that has over 270,000,000 views and 1,100,000 subscribers.
Cast: Will Corry & Josh Fleming

TOPG Ep 77: Limey

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 23 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we’re thrilled to welcome special guest Gareth C. Scales, acclaimed film editor and veteran cult-critic, who joins us for a deep dive into The Limey (1999). We unpack how Steven Soderbergh’s sleek direction pairs with the kinetic editing of Scales’ sensibility to create a stylish revenge thriller. With Terence Stamp delivering peak intimidating “grandpa” energy as Wilson, a British ex‐con tearing through L.A., and Peter Fonda looming as a sleazy music-producer antagonist, the film channels a 60s-meets-90s aesthetic like none other. Gareth helps us break down the editing rhythms, attitude, visual swagger, and ask: does this cult classic still hit hard, or has time softened its punch?

Host: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Special Guest: Gareth C Scales
Cast: Josh Fleming

TOPG Ep 76: Dark City

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 18:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we descend into the shadowy, mind-bending world of Dark City (1998). With mystery, memory loss, and trench coats galore, we dig into the visuals, the twists, and the film’s massive influence on everything. But does this moody masterpiece still shine in the dark, or is it lost in its own shadows? Time to find out.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Casts: Nicole & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 75: Buckaroo Banazi Feat. Bob Mersereau

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 19:00:00 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we strap in for one of the strangest cult adventures of the 80s: The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984)! Rock star, neurosurgeon, physicist, and interdimensional hero Buckaroo Banzai (Peter Weller) battles alien invaders from Planet 10 with his crew of oddballs and one-liners. Joined by special guest Bob Mersereau, we try to make sense of the chaos, the cool, and the cult legacy of this sci-fi fever dream. Is it pure gold, or just pure weird?
Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Special Guest: Bob Merserau
Cast: Nicole

TOPG Ep 74: Enter the Dragon

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Mon, 03 Nov 2025 07:22:37 -0800

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we bow to the master himself, Bruce Lee, and revisit Enter the Dragon (1973). It’s the ultimate blend of philosophy, fists, and 70s funk as Lee infiltrates a deadly island tournament filled with crime, spies, and shirtless showdowns. We break down the fights, the influence, and the sheer cool that defined martial arts cinema for generations. But does this classic still strike with power, or has time dulled its edge? Let’s find out.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Casts: Will Corry & Hosh Fleming

TOPG Ep 73: Evil Dead 1 & 2

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 20:47:53 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we crack open the Necronomicon and dive into The Evil Dead (1981) and Evil Dead II (1987). From Sam Raimi’s blood-soaked cabin in the woods to Bruce Campbell’s iconic chin, chainsaw, and one-liners, these cult horror staples redefined the genre with equal parts terror and slapstick. We talk gore, grit, and groovy filmmaking — but do these demonic classics still summon fear and fun, or have they rotted in the cellar of 80s horror?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Casts: Nicole & Evan

TOPG Ep 72: Pumkinhead

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 19:17:40 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we summon the vengeance demon himself with Pumpkinhead (1988)! Directed by special effects legend Stan Winston, this creature feature gives us pitchfork townsfolk, foggy forests, and practical monster mayhem. But does Pumpkinhead still deliver the chills, or is it just a dusty relic from the VHS horror bin? Time to find out.

Host: Olen Vanderleeden

Co-Hosts: Nicole & Evan Mallick

TOPG Ep 71: Monster Squad

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we gather the squad to revisit 1987’s The Monster Squad! Dracula, the Wolfman, Frankenstein’s Monster, and a bunch of foul-mouthed kids trying to save the world. We talk 80s kid adventure tropes, and whether this cult classic still has bite or is better left buried.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Cast: Anthony, Nicole

TOPG Ep 70: Creepshow

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 05 Oct 2025 17:53:12 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we dig up a true horror anthology 1982’s Creepshow! Written by Stephen King and directed by George A. Romero, it’s a comic book come to life full of revenge, monsters, and buckets of slime. We talk practical effects, pulpy scares, and whether this spooky classic still delivers the chills or just campy laughs.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Nicole & Anthony

TOPG Ep 69: Falling Down

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we follow Michael Douglas on the worst commute of all time in Joel Schumacher’s 1993 cult classic Falling Down. Equal parts social commentary and cinematic meltdown, we dig into whether this movie is a sharp critique of society or just a guy in a bad tie losing his cool. Does it still hit today, or is it simply too unhinged to hold up?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Cast: Sean & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 68: Pretty Women

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we roll back to 1990 and step onto Rodeo Drive with Julia Roberts and Richard Gere in Pretty Woman. It’s the fairy tale of a wealthy businessman and a Hollywood Boulevard sex worker that defined rom-coms for a generation. But is this movie still a charming romance, or does it feel more like a relic best left in the video store bargain bin?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Cast: Emily & Debbie

TOPG Ep 67: Turner and Hooch

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 18:00:00 -0700

On this episode of Too Old or Pure Gold, we leash up with Tom Hanks and his slobbering co-star in Turner & Hooch (1989). It’s a buddy cop movie… except one buddy is a 110-pound French Mastiff with a serious drool problem. But does this odd-couple comedy-crime flick still charm audiences today, or is it best left in the doghouse?

Host: Olen Vanderleeden

Special Guest: Daragh Turner

Cast: Will Corry, Nicole

TOPG Ep 66: See No Evil Hear No Evil

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week we revisit Gene Wilder and Richard Pryor in See No Evil, Hear No Evil (1989). One’s deaf, the other’s blind, and together they’re caught in a murder mystery that’s part slapstick, part buddy comedy, and all 80s energy. But does this high-concept comedy still deliver the laughs, or is it a gag that’s lost its punchline?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & David Purcell
Cast: Will Corry & Josh Fleming

TOPG Ep 65: Blues Brothers

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 31 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Bob Mersereau joins us as we put on our sunglasses at night and hit the gas with The Blues Brothers (1980). It’s part musical, part demolition derby, and all chaos as Jake and Elwood try to save the orphanage "on a mission from God." But does this cult comedy classic still groove, or is it running on fumes?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Special Guest: Bob Mersereau

Cast: Clef Seeley & Anthony & Nicole

TOPG Ep 64: Beastmaster

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 20:18:12 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we wrestle with the loincloth-laden cult classic The Beastmaster (1982). Ferrets, tigers, and more oily pecs than a barbarian expo; this sword-and-sorcery romp is peak cable-TV nostalgia. But is it truly an epic fantasy worth revisiting, or just a beastly mess from the VHS bargain bin?

Host: Olen Vanderleeden & Aron Levitz

Cast: Sean & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 63: Heavy Metal

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 18:05:03 -0700

On this episode of Too Old or Pure Gold, we crank up the volume and dive into Heavy Metal (1981), the animated fever dream of sci-fi, fantasy, and rock ‘n’ roll. From glowing green orbs of doom to intergalactic cab rides, this cult classic is a wild ride through the strange and the surreal. But does this animated anthology still rock hard, or is it just a trippy relic best left in the past?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Cast: Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 62: Jumanji

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Joined by special guest Dan Sissons, we explore Jumanji's (1995) mix of 90s nostalgia, thrilling chaos, and heartfelt moments. Robin Williams stars in this adventurous fantasy about a magical board game that turns a quiet town upside down. Does Jumanji still roll the dice well, or is it trapped in the jungle of past glories? Let’s find out!

Special Guest: Dan Sissons

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden

Cast: Nicole, Sean & Anthony

TOPG Ep 61: Three Amigos

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 18:00:00 -0700

We’re riding south of the border with Three Amigos (1986); the comedy western where Steve Martin, Chevy Chase, and Martin Short play silent film stars mistaken for real heroes. There’s singing, sombreros, sweater dances, and an absurd number of El Guapo jokes. But does this comedy classic still shoot straight, or should it be left in the desert dust?

TOPG Ep 60: Over the Top

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week Vinnie Tortorich joins us as we're turning the cap around and going full throttle into Over the Top (1987). It's Stallone, it's arm wrestling, it's fatherhood via trucking and it's everything 1987 had to offer. Join us as we break down whether this underdog story of biceps and bonding still hits, or if it's just flexing for nothing.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Vinnie Tortorich
Co-Hosts: Anthony & Nicole

TOPG Ep 59: A Fish Called Wanda

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week on Too Old or Pure Gold, we're pulling off a heist with A Fish Called Wanda (1988). With a cast stacked with John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline, and Michael Palin, this offbeat British-American crime comedy gave us laughs, betrayal, and some unforgettable fish-related trauma. But does its mix of farce and felony still land today, or does it belong in the vault?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Emily & Nicole

TOPG Ep 58: Rumble in the Bronx

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 19:06:43 -0700

This week, we leap off rooftops and into shopping carts with Rumble in the Bronx (1995), the Jackie Chan breakout hit that brought his signature blend of action and comedy to American audiences. With wild stunts and awkward dubbing, we ask: does this martial arts mayhem still pack a punch, or is it just a bruised time capsule?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Sean & Anthony

TOPG Ep 57: Bloodsport

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week, we enter the underground world of full-contact, no-rules martial arts with Bloodsport (1988). Jean-Claude Van Damme high-kicks his way through the legendary Kumite in a movie packed with slow-motion splits, dramatic grunts, and some very questionable training methods. Does this cult favorite still hit hard, or has it aged like a bruised banana? Time to find out: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Sean & Anthony

TOPG Ep 56: Independence Day

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0700

Aliens. Explosions. Jeff Goldblum uploading a virus with a 90s laptop. This week, we revisit Independence Day (1996), the blockbuster that blew up the White House and made Will Smith a one-liner legend. Does this sci-fi disaster classic still bring the fireworks, or has time zapped its power? Suit up and join us as we ask: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Will Corry

TOPG Ep 55: Dirty Dancing

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 19:09:11 -0700

This week, we revisit Dirty Dancing (1987), the coming-of-age dance romance that made hearts race and boosted watermelon sales. With Patrick Swayze’s smooth moves, Jennifer Grey’s transformation, and one of the most iconic lift scenes in movie history, we ask: does this summer romance still sweep us off our feet, or is it stuck in the corner of 80s nostalgia? Let’s find out: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Jessica, Nicole

TOPG Ep 54: Blue Thunder

Sean — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:26:23 -0700

This week we take flight with Blue Thunder (1983). With cutting-edge (for the time) surveillance tech and some heavy 80s paranoia, does this action-thriller soar, or should it have been grounded back in the Reagan era? Strap in as we find out: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 53: Roxanne

Sean — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 19:09:09 -0700

This week we revisit Roxanne (1987), Steve Martin’s modern-day take on Cyrano de Bergerac, complete with small-town charm, poetic insults, and questionable telescope etiquette. Is this romantic comedy still sharp and sweet, or is it just a long-winded love letter to a different era? Join us as we decide: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Nicole & Josh

TOPG Ep 52: Crocodile Dundee

Sean — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0700

That’s not a podcast… this is a podcast. This week we head Down Under (and then to New York) with Crocodile Dundee (1986), the fish-out-of-water comedy that made Paul Hogan a global star. Is this rugged charmer still a wild ride, or has it aged like an open can of Fosters?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Emily & Nicole

TOPG Ep 51: Tin Cup

Sean — Sun, 25 May 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Dust off your clubs and get ready for some swagger, this week we’re teeing up Tin Cup (1996). Is this a sports rom-com hole-in-one, or does it shank straight into the 90s nostalgia bunker? Time to find out: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & David Purcell

Co-Hosts: Anthony & Will Corry

TOPG Ep 50: The Hunt for Red October

Sean — Sun, 18 May 2025 18:00:00 -0700

This week, we dive deep—literally—with The Hunt for Red October (1990). Sean Connery plays a Russian sub captain with a Scottish accent, Alec Baldwin is a young Jack Ryan, and the Cold War tension is thicker than sonar fog. Is this slow-burning thriller still a tactical masterpiece, or has time torpedoed its legacy? Join us as we surface the truth: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Sean & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 49: Black Rain

Sean — Sun, 11 May 2025 22:46:30 -0700

Neon lights, leather jackets, and a whole lot of cigarette smoke—this week we fire up Black Rain (1989), Ridley Scott’s gritty East-meets-West crime thriller starring Michael Douglas and Andy Garcia. Set in a rain-soaked Osaka, it’s a tale of yakuza, culture clash, and questionable American policing. Does it still bring the heat, or is it all style, no sizzle? Find out as we decide: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony & Sean

TOPG Ep 48: Star Wars: A New Hope

Sean — Mon, 05 May 2025 07:12:01 -0700

This week we revisit Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)—the movie that launched a franchise, redefined sci-fi, and made breathing loudly somehow menacing. Does this cultural juggernaut still shine like a freshly polished droid, or is it showing its age under all that sand? Join us as we put the Force to the test: Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Sean, Josh & Nicole

TOPG Ep 47: White Nights

Sean — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 18:00:00 -0700

It’s Cold War drama meets high-stakes dance battles! This week, we revisit White Nights (1985), where ballet legend Mikhail Baryshnikov and tap legend Gregory Hines team up against Soviet oppression—and gravity. Does this stylish slice of 80s Cold War cinema still dazzle, or is it just too old and out of step? We break it all down, one pirouette at a time.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden, Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Nicole

TOPG Ep 46: Fatal Attraction

Sean — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Fatal Attraction (1987) wasn’t just a thriller, it was a full-blown cultural moment. This week, we revisit the steamy, suspenseful cautionary tale that made Michael Douglas sweat and Glenn Close a legend. Is it still a sharp-edged classic, or does it belong locked in the attic with the kitchen knife?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Emily & Clef Seeley & Nicole

TOPG Ep 45: Bachelor Party

Sean — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0700

Before The Hangover, there was Bachelor Party (1984)—a chaotic cocktail of strippers, donkeys, and Tom Hanks in full 80s comedy mode. This week, we dive into the outrageous party that defined a genre, asking: is this raunchy romp still a good time, or is it just a time capsule of bad behavior?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony & Will Corry

TOPG Ep 44: Jacob’s Ladder

Sean — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Is it a psychological horror masterpiece or just a paranoid fever dream? This week, we descend into Jacob’s Ladder (1990), a mind-bending journey through the fractured psyche of a Vietnam veteran haunted by terrifying visions and a past that may not be what it seems. With unsettling imagery, cryptic twists, and a gut-punch ending, does this cult classic still mess with our minds, or has time dulled its nightmare fuel?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Clef Seeley & Anthony

TOPG Ep 43: April Fools Day

Sean — Sun, 30 Mar 2025 21:39:53 -0700

Is it a slasher? Is it a prank? Is it actually scary? For our April Fools’ Day special, we’re revisiting April Fool’s Day (1986), the horror movie that flipped the genre on its head. With a group of rich kids, an isolated mansion, and a killer on the loose (maybe?), does this cult classic still deliver the thrills, or is the biggest joke on the audience?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden

Co-Hosts: Nicole, Josh

TOPG Ep 42: Overboard

Sean — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Amnesia, kidnapping, and questionable romantic ethics, Overboard (1987) is a rom-com that could only exist in the 80s. Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell bring the charm, but does the story of a spoiled heiress turned hardworking mom still feel like a lighthearted classic, or is it a problematic relic of its time? We break it all down in this week’s episode!

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Kim

Co-Hosts: Will Corry & Jessica

TOPG Ep 41: Leprechaun

Sean — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day like beer, bad luck, and a murderous little guy in a green suit! This special holiday episode, we’re diving into Leprechaun (1993), the horror-comedy that gave us Warwick Davis as a gold-obsessed killer and Jennifer Aniston in her film debut. Joined by comedian Daragh Turner, we break down the absurd kills, questionable Irish accents, and whether this cult classic is a pot of gold or too old.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: : Will Corry, Nicole, & Daragh Turner

TOPG EP 40: European Vacation

Sean — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 18:00:00 -0700

In this episode regular Gen X hosts Mathew and Olen are joined by special guest host, Mark Wolters, an award-winning travel vlogger and the host of the Wolters World YouTube travel channel, with over 270,000,000 views and 1,100,000 subscribers. Together with Millenial co-host Sean and Anthony, this team breaks down this classic travel comedy.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mark Wolters
Co-Hosts: Anthony & Sean

TOPG Ep 39: Firefox

Sean — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0800

In the 80s, every problem could be solved with a cool vehicle—so why not a thought-controlled Soviet fighter jet? This week, we revisit Firefox (1982), where Clint Eastwood plays a troubled pilot on a mission to steal the USSR’s most advanced aircraft. With Cold War tensions, high-stakes espionage, and some truly vintage computer effects, does this techno-thriller still soar, or is it grounded by time?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Host: Sean

TOPG Ep 38: They Live

Sean — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0800

Put on your sunglasses and wake up, sheeple—it’s time to revisit They Live (1988)! John Carpenter’s cult classic blends sci-fi, action, and social satire as Roddy Piper discovers that the world is secretly controlled by aliens (and that he’s all out of bubblegum). We break down whether this 80s gem still packs a punch or if it’s just another relic of the past.

Hosts: Matthew Stockton & Mike Brown

Co-Hosts: Josh Flemming, Will Corry & Nicole

TOPG Ep 37: Pretty in Pink

Sean — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0800

Break out the vintage thrift store finds and tune in for a special too old or pure gold Valentine’s Day episode as we revisit Pretty in Pink (1986)! John Hughes delivers another dose of high school drama, unrequited love, and questionable fashion choices as Molly Ringwald navigates the social divide between rich kids and outcasts. Does Duckie still steal the show? Is Blane really worth the trouble? And most importantly—does this 80s teen classic still hold up?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Nicole & Emily

TOPG Ep 36: First Blood – Special Guest Vinnie Tortorich

Sean — Sun, 09 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0800

Before Rambo became a one-man army with unlimited ammo, there was First Blood (1982), a surprisingly grounded thriller about a drifter, a sheriff with an attitude problem, and one very unlucky small town. We’re joined by special guest Vinnie Tortorich as we break down Stallone’s intense performance, Brian Dennehy’s top-tier antagonism, and wh ether this action classic still holds up or is just a piece of 80s nostalgia.

Special Guest: Vinnie Tortorich

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Nicole, Sean, Anthony

TOPG 35: Groundhog Day

Sean — Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:00:00 -0800

We relive Groundhog Day (1993), the time-loop classic starring Bill Murray. From philosophical debates to groundhog-related crimes, we break down what makes this film a comedy masterpiece. Does it still hold up, or should it stay stuck in the past?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Nicole, Sean & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 34: Romancing the Stone

Sean — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 21:51:57 -0800

We dive into the tale of a romance novelist turned treasure hunter, played by Kathleen Turner, who teams up with a rogue adventurer (Michael Douglas) in a jungle escapade filled with danger, laughs, and chemistry. From epic one-liners to questionable geography, we ask the ultimate question: Does this gem still sparkle, or is it too old to shine?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Nicole, Sean, & Emily

TOPG 33: Soul Man

Sean — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0800

Is blackface problematic? Spoiler: yes. Join us and the hosts of the absolutely obscure podcast as we break down the controversial 1986 comedy Soul Man. From its misguided premise to its attempts at humor, we’ll explore whether this film was trying to make a statement or simply missed the mark.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Josh Fleming & Rory Dunn

TOPG 32: Cliffhanger

Sean — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 17:00:00 -0800

Hold on tight as we revisit the 1993 action-thriller Cliffhanger! Sylvester Stallone scales new heights as a former rescue climber pulled back into a dangerous mission involving stolen money, icy peaks, and high-stakes betrayals. We debate the breathtaking stunts, the over-the-top villainy, and whether this adrenaline-fueled classic still has a solid grip on audiences.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Nicole, Sean, & Anthony

TOPG Ep 31: Pale Rider

Sean — Sun, 05 Jan 2025 18:57:45 -0800

In this episode, we saddle up for Clint Eastwood’s 1985 Western Pale Rider and dive into the film’s themes of justice, revenge, and supernatural mystery. Does this gritty take on the Western genre still strike gold, or has time dulled its edge?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Sean & Anthony

TOPG Ep 30: Sleepless in Seattle

Sean — Sun, 29 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0800

This week, we revisit Sleepless in Seattle (1993) to see if this iconic rom-com still tugs at the heartstrings or feels like a dated love letter. With Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, and plenty of long-distance longing, we break down the grand gestures, the quirky supporting cast, and that unforgettable Empire State Building finale. Can a movie about fate and love at first sight hold up in today’s world?

Hosts: Matthew Stockton & Kim Vanderleeden

Co-Hosts: Emily & Debbie

TOPG Ep29: Gremlins

Sean — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0800

Is Gremlins a Christmas movie, horror movie, comedy movie or a covid conspiracy film? Join us in this special Christmas episode as we get to the bottom of these questions and break down the classic 1984 movie Gremlins

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Clef Seeley & Anthony

TOPG Ep 28: Trading Places

Sean — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0800

Join us as Gen X and Millennials clash over the classic role reversal film Trading Places. Is this a beloved comedy gem, or problematic and antiquated? Is this a Christmas movie? Why is Mathew called the professor? Is being a monkey Jim Belushi’s best role? Tune in to find out the answers to all these questions.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden and Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Nicole, Josh Fleming & Will Corry

TOPG Ep 27: Running Scared

Sean — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0800

In this episode, we chase down the 1986 buddy cop classic Running Scared. From their impeccable comedic chemistry to the wild car chases and sun-soaked Miami detour, we ask: does this 80s favorite still run strong, or has it slowed to a crawl? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony, Nicole & Will Corry

TOPG Ep 26: Big Trouble in Little China!

Sean — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 17:00:00 -0800

Get ready for some Big Trouble in Little China! as we revisit John Carpenter’s 1986 action-comedy cult classic. Does this wild mashup of genres still pack a punch, or is it just too weird for modern tastes? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Nicole, Will Corry, & Sean

TOPG Ep 25: Dreamscape

Sean — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0800

In this episode, we dive into Dreamscape (1984), where psychic dream warriors battle nightmares, government conspiracies, and truly creepy snake monster. Join us as we explore this mind-bending sci-fi thriller starring Dennis Quaid, Max von Sydow, and Kate Capshaw. Does Dreamscape still deliver the thrills, or is it lost in the dream haze of 80s cinema? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry & Anthony

TOPG Ep 24: Tootsie

Sean — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 18:25:47 -0800

In this episode, we dive into Tootsie, the 1982 comedy where Dustin Hoffman discovers the secret to career success: high heels and a wig. Join us as we unpack this gender-bending classic, from Hoffman’s questionable makeup skills to the chaos of pretending to be a woman in 80s New York. Does Tootsie still dazzle, or is it just a dated drag? Tune in to find out if it’s too old or pure gold!

Hosts: Olen van der Leeden & Mathew Stock

Co-Hosts: Will Corry & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 23: Blind Fury

Sean — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0800

Get ready as we slice into Blind Fury, the 1989 gem where Rutger Hauer plays a blind, sword-swinging Vietnam vet who can take down bad guys without even seeing them! We’ll break down Hauer’s one-of-a-kind performance, the film’s unexpected laughs, and ask the big question: does this blind swordsman still cut it, or is it all just 80s cheese?

Host: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Anthony & Nicole

TOPG Ep 22: Heathers

Sean — Sun, 03 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0800

High School can be tough, but in the 1988 movie Heathers it is deadly. Join host Mathew Stockton and the first ever all female panel as they discuss this killer comedy and reflect on their own high school experiences.

Host: Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Kim, Jessica, Debbie & Nicole

TOPG Ep 21: American Werewolf in London

Sean — Sun, 27 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Warewolf? Wearwolf? Werewolf? We can’t spell it but we have a lot to say about this classic Wayrewolf film from John Landis in our second TOPG Halloween Special.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony & Emily

TOPG Ep 20: Christine

Sean — Sun, 20 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0700

The first of two TOPG Halloween episodes; we discuss the 1983 Stephan King adopted horror movie Christine and find out whether this movie aged better or worse than a 1958 Plymouth fury.

Hosts: Olen van der Leeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Clef Seeley, Nicole

TOPG Ep 19: Airplane!

Sean — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Who doesn’t love the 1980 comedy classic Airplane!? We scoured the globe to find the one guy. Surely he can’t be serious. Tune in to find out.

Hosts: Olen van der Leeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Debbie, Sean, Anthony

TOPG Ep 18: Cocoon

Sean — Sun, 06 Oct 2024 18:00:00 -0700

On the planet Antarea, you won’t ever grow old, but this movie might. Join the TOPG cast and special guest comedian Josh Fleming as we discuss the 1985 movie Cocoon and find out; are old people funny and is it unhygienic to have Antarean sex in a pool.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry & Josh Fleming

TOPG Ep 17: Videodrome

Sean — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Is it real or is it simulated? In this very real episode the TOPG cast dig deep to try to understand the deeper meaning and message of this complex sci fi thriller from David Cronenberg and manage to have a few laughs along the way.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony, Nicole, & Clef Seeley

TOPG Ep 16: Witness

Sean — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Find out what the TOPG cast would miss most if they lived the Amish lifestyle and find out if comedian Will Corry and Pieter [of Pieter’s Plot Summary] have the same favorite parts. Spoiler alert – they do not.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony, Nicole, Will

TOPG Ep 15: Escape from New York

Sean — Sun, 15 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Does this 1981 sci-fi action movie deserve its cult classic status? Is Snake Plissken the coolest antihero of all time? Join us as we dive deep into this movie and discover if it is Too Old or Pure Gold.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony, Will, Nicole, and Sean

TOPG Ep 14: Hudson Hawk

Sean — Sun, 08 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Join us with guest host Aron Levitz, who defends 1991s Hudson Hawk, starring Bruce Willis, as the most underrated movie of all times. Also, discover the secret to cat burglary in Pieters Plot Summary.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden and Special Guest Aron Levitz

Co-Hosts: Anthony & Nicole

TOPG Ep 13: The Running Man

Sean — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Schwarzenegger, spandex, opera singer killers and the greatest game show of all times. Tune in as we discuss The Running Man, the 1987 movie that may or may not have influenced Elon Musk.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony, Debbie, & Nicole

TOPG Ep 12: The Goonies

Sean — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Join us as we review the 1985 Movie Goonies and discuss whether you should let you child bring home a homeless man named Sloth, the relevance of pirate culture and the crazy cast of this beloved 80s film. Everyone knows it – but if put on the spot, would you deem this movie Too Old or Pure Gold?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Jessica, & Anthony

TOPG Ep 11: 9 To 5

Sean — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Perhaps the catchiest movie theme song of all time and the movie debut of Dolly Parton. Tune in as we discuss toxic workplaces, garage door based imprisonment and the lasting legacy of this classic female comedy trio.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Jessica & Nicole

TOPG Ep 10: The Thing

Sean — Thu, 15 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0700

Tune in to this episode as we review the 1982 John Carpenter movie “The Thing”. According to TOPG Millennial Anthony, this dog is a very good actor. To quote Pieters plot summary “I love that dog.”. Find out what you missed the last time you watched this classic John Carpenter movie that got him released from his studio contract!

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Anthony, Nicole

TOPG Ep 9: Remo Williams

Sean — Wed, 14 Aug 2024 16:17:50 -0700

Is yellow face offensive if taken in the context of 1983? Our lawyer tells us to say yes but tune in to hear the Gen X, Z and Millennials weigh in as we review the 1983 movie Remo Williams, The Adventure Begins. If it begins – where does it go? The final judgement by the TOPG panel will surprise you on this one.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Clef Seeley & Anthony

TOPG Ep 8: Wargames

Sean — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 16:48:12 -0700

In this episode we review fan favorite 1981 movie WarGames and its relevance post cold war. We also discuss Norad’s policy on public tours, the wisdom of letting a high school student access your missile command center and the outstanding performance of Matthew Broderick and Ally Sheedy.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Anthony, Debbie & Nicole

TOPG Ep 7: Gung Ho

Sean — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0700

Do we love Michael Keaton or hate Michael Keaton? Tune in as guest host David Purcell and the regular TOPG Millennial panels discuss the relevance of the clash between Japanese and American work cultures as represented in the 1986 movie Gung Ho, and how it resonates with the Millennials on our panel.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & David Purcell

Co-Hosts: Anthony & Nicole

TOPG Ep 6: Cocktail

Sean — Sun, 11 Aug 2024 11:53:21 -0700

In this episode we discuss 1988s Cocktail and discover; what actor does Mathew hate more than Reba McEntire and, is bartending really a good job.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry & Anthony

TOPG Ep 5: The Cannonball Run

Sean — Sat, 10 Aug 2024 17:27:26 -0700

Join us for this fabulous episode where we discuss the most amazing ensemble cast movie from the 80s, 1981s Cannonball Run. listen as we discuss the medical credentials of Dr Nikolas Van Helsing, the emergence of Jackie Chan in the North America movie scene and as an added bonus the TOPG panel provide recasting suggestions for the remake of CannonBall Run.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry & Anthony

TOPG Ep 4: Red Heat

Sean — Sat, 10 Aug 2024 09:53:17 -0700

In this episode, we review 1988s Red Heat starring Arnold Schwarzenegger where we finally find a movie to hold Will Corry’s attention, we learn the etymology of the title Red Heat in Pieters Plot Summary and Mathew tells us what it was really like in Russian Bath houses in the 80s.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry, Anthony, & Nicole

TOPG Ep 3: Xanadu - Rerecorded

Hosts Olen Vanderleeden and Mathew Stockton. — Sat, 10 Aug 2024 03:00:00 -0700

Roller skates, Greek muses, neon lights, and Olivia Newton-John, this week we spiral into Xanadu (1980), the disco-fantasy-musical-romance you probably forgot existed… or tried to. It’s part fever dream, part roller rink, and all 80s. Does this sparkly oddball glide into our hearts, or crash into a glitter-covered wall?

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton
Co-Hosts: Anthony, Will Corry & Nicole

TOPG Ep 2: Porky’s – Rerecorded

Sean — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 11:00:00 -0700

In this episode we discuss whether wiener gags, horny teens and swamp justice holds up to 2024 comedy standards as we review the 1981 comedy Porky’s and it’s lasting legacy to the 80s. Listen as we discuss the movie that Pieter (of Pieters Plot Summaries) described as “worse than WW2” and find out from our panel’s construction expert Anthony whether the plumbing in the shower is up to standards.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Matthew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corey, Anthony & Nicole

TOPG Ep 1: Weird Science

Sean — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 08:08:41 -0700

Join us in the inaugural episode of the Too Old or Pure Gold movie podcast as we discuss 1985s Weird Science and unpack this classic John Huges film. In this episode we do a deep dive into half tops, the influence of Kelly LeBrock and the questionable science behind this classic 80s comedy.

Hosts: Olen Vanderleeden & Mathew Stockton

Co-Hosts: Will Corry & Clef Seeley